Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque
Crab and shrimp seafood bisque is a rich, creamy soup made with tender crab, succulent shrimp, and a flavorful, velvety broth.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Whisk
- Ladle
- Cutting board
- Knife
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups seafood stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp Old Bay seasoning
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined, chopped
- 1/2 lb lump crab meat
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Instructions:
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, cooking until soft.
- Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, creating a roux.
- Gradually whisk in seafood stock and white wine, simmering for 5 minutes.
- Add heavy cream, Old Bay, and paprika, stirring until smooth.
- Stir in shrimp and cook for 3-5 minutes until pink.
- Gently fold in crab meat, cooking for another 2 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
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Notes
- For a richer flavor, use homemade seafood stock.
- Substitute half-and-half for a lighter version.
- Blend for a smoother texture or keep it chunky.
- Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.