Description
Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque is a luxurious and creamy soup that beautifully encapsulates the flavors of the ocean. This delightful dish features tender crab meat and succulent shrimp, simmered with aromatic vegetables in a rich broth. Perfect for cozy evenings or elegant gatherings, this bisque is sure to impress your guests while satisfying your seafood cravings. With its velvety texture and savory profile, each spoonful offers a taste of gourmet dining right at home.
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 non-alcoholic seafood stock
- 1 cup lump crab meat
- 1 cup medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Seasonings: smoked paprika, Old Bay seasoning, cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter and olive oil. Add onion, garlic, celery, and sauté until soft (about 5–7 minutes).
- Stir in flour for about 2 minutes to create a roux.
- Gradually add seafood stock while stirring to avoid lumps. Mix in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Incorporate crab meat and shrimp along with seasonings. Stir well.
- Simmer for 15–20 minutes until shrimp are cooked through. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 95mg