Description
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque, a rich and creamy soup that combines tender shrimp and succulent crab meat with aromatic vegetables. This delightful bisque is perfect for chilly evenings or special occasions, making it a comforting dish that will impress your guests. With its velvety texture and vibrant presentation, this recipe is not just about taste; it’s an experience. Whether you’re serving it as a starter at a dinner party or enjoying it on a cozy night in, this bisque is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 stalk celery, finely chopped
- 1 small carrot, grated
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 cups seafood stock or fish broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup dry white cooking wine or additional seafood stock
- 1 cup lump crab meat
- 1 cup medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Paprika for sprinkling
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter and olive oil. Add onion, garlic, celery, and carrot; cook until softened (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in flour to create a roux; cook for another 2-3 minutes until golden.
- Gradually whisk in seafood stock and bring to a gentle boil. Add heavy cream and white cooking wine; mix well.
- Add crab meat and shrimp; simmer gently for about 5-8 minutes until shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Season with smoked paprika, Old Bay seasoning, and cayenne if using.
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with parsley and paprika.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 90mg