Delicious Prawn & Fennel Bisque Recipe | Authentic French

Authentic French Side recipe — Prawn & Fennel Bisque. Imported from TheMealDB.

Medium
Updated March 14, 2026

4

servings

Medium

Difficulty

Delicious Prawn & Fennel Bisque Recipe | Authentic French

Ingredients

Servings:
4
  • 1 lb prawns (peeled and deveined)
  • 1 cup fennel bulb (finely chopped)
  • 1 medium onion (diced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 cups fish stock (or seafood stock)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for sautéing)
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)
  • 1 tsp salt (to taste)
  • 1 tsp black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

5 steps

  1. Sauté Aromatics

    In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions, garlic, and fennel, cooking until softened.

    Stir occasionally to avoid burning.
  2. Add Prawns

    Add the prawns to the pot and cook until they turn pink, about 3-4 minutes.

    Do not overcook the prawns as they can become rubbery.
  3. Incorporate Stock

    Pour in the fish stock and bring to a simmer. Let it cook for 10 minutes to blend flavors.

    Use homemade stock for the best flavor.
  4. Blend the Bisque

    Using an immersion blender, purée the soup until smooth. If using a regular blender, let it cool slightly before blending.

    Be careful with hot liquids in a blender.
  5. Add Cream and Season

    Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and black pepper. Heat gently without boiling.

    Adjust seasoning to your preference before serving.

💡 Tips & Tricks

Tags: Soup,Warm,Seafood,Shellfish

Storage & Reheating

❄️

Refrigerator

Up to 1 day in an airtight container

🧊

Freezer

Up to 1 month — thaw overnight in fridge

🔥

Gently reheat in a pan over low heat. Avoid microwaving seafood as it can become rubbery.

What to Serve With

Complete your french meal with these perfect pairings:

🍽️Crusty baguette
🍽️Green salad with vinaigrette
🍽️Sautéed mushrooms

About This Dish

Delicious Prawn & Fennel Bisque Recipe | Authentic French is a beloved dish from French cuisine.

French cuisine is considered one of the world's finest culinary traditions. Known for its refinement and attention to detail, it has influenced cooking around the globe for centuries.

This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 10 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, just ensure they are fully thawed before cooking.

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Nutrition Facts

4 serving(s) per recipe

Serving size1 serving
Calories320kcal
Total Fat25gg
Sodium600mgmg
Total Carbohydrates5gg
Dietary Fiber1gg
Total Sugars2gg
Protein20gg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.

Recipe Details

CuisineFrench
CategorySoups