Oyster Bisque

Gluten Free
Health score
6%
Oyster Bisque
45 min.
8
62kcal

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Dive into a world of culinary delight with our exquisite Oyster Bisque, a gluten-free masterpiece ready in just 45 minutes! This isn't just soup; it's an experience, perfect as an elegant antipasti, a sophisticated starter, or a comforting snack. Imagine the delicate flavors of the sea mingling with creamy textures, creating a symphony for your taste buds.

What makes this bisque truly special is the careful balance of ingredients. Freshly shucked oysters, combined with the subtle sweetness of parsnip and the earthy notes of leek and red potato, all simmered in a rich seafood stock, create a depth of flavor that's simply irresistible. A touch of half-and-half adds a luxurious creaminess, while a hint of black pepper provides the perfect counterpoint.

And the best part? Each serving is only 62 calories, so you can indulge guilt-free! With a caloric breakdown of 22.65% protein, 25.34% fat, and 52.01% carbs, it's a surprisingly balanced and satisfying dish. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook looking to impress, our Oyster Bisque is sure to become a new favorite. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will transport you to the coast with every spoonful!

Ingredients

  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • tablespoons chives fresh coarsely chopped
  • 0.3 cup half-and-half 
  • cup leek white chopped
  • 24  dozens oysters 
  • cup parsnips diced peeled
  • 1.8 cups potatoes diced red peeled
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • quart seafood stock (such as Kitchen Basics)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • sieve
  • blender

Directions

  1. Shuck oysters, reserving oyster liquid. Strain oyster liquid through a sieve over a large saucepan. Pick over oysters to remove any bits of shell. Chill oysters.
  2. Add stock and next 5 ingredients (through pepper) to oyster liquid; bring to a simmer. Cover and simmer 20 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  3. Place half of stock mixture in a blender.
  4. Remove center piece of blender lid (to allow steam to escape); secure blender lid on blender.
  5. Place a clean towel over opening in blender lid (to avoid splatters). Blend until smooth.
  6. Pour into a large bowl. Repeat procedure with remaining stock mixture.
  7. Return pureed soup to saucepan; bring to a simmer. Stir in half-and-half and oysters; simmer 2 minutes or until oyster edges curl; stir in chives.

Nutrition Facts

Calories62kcal
Protein22.65%
Fat25.34%
Carbs52.01%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.13
Glycemic Load
1.58
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
6.0356521917426%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.05mg
Kaempferol
0.37mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.32mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:62.02kcal
3.1%
Fat:1.76g
2.71%
Saturated Fat:0.73g
4.56%
Carbohydrates:8.14g
2.71%
Net Carbohydrates:6.82g
2.48%
Sugar:1.9g
2.11%
Cholesterol:4.33mg
1.44%
Sodium:463.9mg
20.17%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.55g
7.09%
Zinc:1.97mg
13.12%
Copper:0.24mg
11.9%
Vitamin K:11.47µg
10.92%
Vitamin B3:2.02mg
10.11%
Manganese:0.19mg
9.46%
Vitamin B12:0.5µg
8.34%
Potassium:277.93mg
7.94%
Vitamin C:6.08mg
7.36%
Phosphorus:72.94mg
7.29%
Folate:27.26µg
6.81%
Calcium:61.12mg
6.11%
Fiber:1.32g
5.28%
Iron:0.91mg
5.07%
Vitamin A:252.77IU
5.06%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.34%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.21%
Vitamin E:0.59mg
3.9%
Magnesium:14.61mg
3.65%
Selenium:2.4µg
3.43%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.57%
Vitamin B5:0.2mg
1.95%
Source:My Recipes