Easy Crawfish Bisque

Dive into a bowl of comfort with this Easy Crawfish Bisque, a Louisiana-inspired dish that’s as rich in flavor as it is simple to make. Perfectly seasoned with Cajun spices, this creamy bisque features tender morsels of cooked crawfish tails swimming in a luscious base of butter, heavy cream, and seafood stock, with the subtle sweetness of sautéed onions, celery, and garlic. A touch of tomato paste and paprika adds depth, while parsley and green onion bring vibrant freshness to every spoonful. Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal or a crowd-pleasing dinner party centerpiece. Serve it on its own or over a bed of warm white rice for a satisfying, hearty fix of Southern comfort.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 4 cups seafood or chicken stock
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 pound cooked crawfish tails
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
• 2 stalks green onions, chopped
• 2 cups cooked white rice (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion, celery, and garlic. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.

Step 3

Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir well to combine. Cook for 1–2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.

Step 4

Gradually whisk in the seafood or chicken stock, ensuring there are no lumps.

Step 5

Stir in the heavy cream, tomato paste, Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 6

Add the cooked crawfish tails to the pot and simmer for an additional 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 8

Garnish the bisque with chopped parsley and green onions before serving.

Step 9

Serve warm and optionally ladle over cooked white rice for a heartier dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2432.1 grams (2432.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2394

Total Fat 137.50g	176%
Saturated Fat 77.60g	388%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 978mg	326%
Sodium 5738mg	249%
Total Carbohydrate 168.80g	61%
Dietary Fiber 9.60g	34%
Total Sugars 11.60g
Protein 97.90g	196%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 446mg	34%
Iron 16mg	90%
Potassium 2409mg	51%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.7%

Protein: 17.0%

Carbs: 29.3%