Description
Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque is a luxurious, creamy soup that brings the ocean’s flavors to your table. This hearty bisque combines tender crab meat and succulent shrimp with aromatic vegetables, making it perfect for entertaining guests or enjoying a cozy night in. With its rich taste and elegant presentation, this dish is sure to impress. Plus, it’s surprisingly easy to prepare, allowing you to create gourmet dining at home effortlessly.
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)
- Seasonings: smoked paprika, Old Bay seasoning, cayenne pepper (optional)
- Fresh parsley and paprika for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter and olive oil. Add onion, garlic, celery, and sauté until soft (about 5-7 minutes).
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir continuously for about 2 minutes to create a roux.
- Gradually add seafood stock while stirring to avoid lumps. Stir in heavy cream and simmer gently.
- Add crab meat and shrimp; season with spices. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until shrimp are cooked through.
- Serve hot garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 120mg