The Best Lobster Bisque (Ruth’s Chris Copycat Recipe)
Indulge in the luxurious, creamy depths of this exquisite Lobster Bisque, a remarkably faithful copycat of the famed Ruth's Chris Steak House classic. This recipe elevates the humble bisque into a culinary masterpiece, brimming with rich lobster flavor, aromatic vegetables, and a velvety smooth texture. Perfect for special occasions or when you simply crave a taste of gourmet dining at home.
- Time: 105 min
- Servings: 4
Source: RecipesDad
Ingredients
- liters water, plus more as needed to cover lobster tails
- small lobster tails or 2 large tails, approximately 340 grams total
- Cool water, enough to submerge cooked lobster tails
- olive oil
- medium onion , sliced
- sliced celery
- sliced carrots
- head garlic, peeled and cut in half crosswise
- chopped red tomato
- sprigs fresh tarragon
- sprigs fresh thyme
- large bay leaves
- whole black peppercorns
- good quality brandy
- dry sherry
- bottled clam juice
- cooking liquid, reserved after boiling lobster tails
- All lobster juices, reserved after chopping lobster meat and shells
- tomato paste
- heavy whipping cream, at room temperature
- cornstarch
- cold water
- fine sea salt, more or less to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- Chopped fresh chives, for serving