Classic Lobster Bisque

INGREDIENTS

1 tsp

avocado oil

shallot, minced

2 cloves

garlic

1/4 cup

fresh portobello mushrooms, sliced

1/4 cup

onions, chopped

1/4 cup

celery, chopped

1/4 cup

carrot, chopped

1/4 cup

dry white wine

1/8 tsp

hot sauce of choice, we love Frank’s RedHot Original!

1 tsp

fresh or dried thyme, if using fresh thyme set aside more for garnish

1/2 tsp

sea salt, more salt to taste

1 tsp

black pepper, more to taste

2 cups

fish stock (or chicken stock)

1 tbsp

tomato paste

1/8 tsp

cayenne pepper

1/2 tsp

paprika, more to taste

1 1/2 cups

good quality heavy cream, or 1 cup dairy-free substitute (see notes)

3 tbsp

butter

1/2 lb

cooked lump lobster meat

2 tbsp

Parsley for garnish