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Creamy Langoustine Icelandic Recipe

Iceland Creamy Langoustine Recipe

277kcal
5 from 1 vote
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Prep 20 minutes
Cook 55 minutes
Total 1 hour 15 minutes
The Iceland Creamy Langoustine Recipe is a traditional Icelandic dish that has a rich history dating back centuries. I
Servings 8 People
Course Main Course, Soup
Cuisine Icelandic

Ingredients

Stock
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 pound angoustine shells or shrimp/lobster/prawn shells
  • ¾ cup white wine dry
  • 1 yellow onion chopped into quarters
  • 2 carrots sliced
  • 2 celery stocks chopped
  • 4 cups fish stock
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
Soup
  • 2 tbsps extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 tbsps butter
  • 2 garlic cloves finely minced
  • 1 yellow onion finely minced
  • 1 tsp tomato paste
  • 2 tsps paprika
  • 1 tbsp curry powder
  • 1 cup dry white wine
  • 6 cups stock
  • 1 pound langoustine or shrimp/lobster/prawn
  • 1.5 cups Yogurt can also use heavy cream
  • ¼ cup chives for topping chopped fresh
  • 2 tbsps heavy cream for topping

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Cooking spoon or ladle
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Strainer or colander
  • Soup bowls or serving dishes

Method

In a large pot, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
  1. a. Allow the butter to melt completely.
Add 1 pound of langoustine shells to the pot.
  1. a. Stir the shells occasionally and cook for about 5 minutes until they turn pink and aromatic.
Pour in ¾ cup of dry white wine.
  1. a. Stir the mixture and let it simmer for another 5 minutes.
Add 1 chopped yellow onion, 2 carrots, and 2 celery stalks to the pot.
  1. a. Stir in the vegetables and cook for 10 minutes until they become tender.
Pour in 4 cups of fish stock and 3 cups of water.
  1. a. Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce the heat to a simmer. Let it cook for 30 minutes.
Season with 1 teaspoon of pepper and 1 teaspoon of salt.
  1. a. Stir the seasoning into the soup and let it simmer for an additional 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories277kcalCarbohydrates11gProtein15gFat17gSaturated Fat8gPolyunsaturated Fat1gMonounsaturated Fat6gTrans Fat0.3gCholesterol110mgSodium1555mgPotassium477mgFiber1gSugar6gVitamin A3641IUVitamin C5mgCalcium153mgIron2mg

Notes

Use fresh langoustine or seafood for the best flavor.
Adjust the seasoning to your taste preferences.
Garnish with fresh chives for added aroma.
Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.
Be cautious when handling hot liquids.
Don't overcook the langoustine to keep it tender.
Experiment with different side dishes for variety.

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