Description
Crab and shrimp seafood bisque is a decadent, creamy soup that captures the essence of the ocean in every spoonful. Infused with fresh crab and shrimp, aromatic vegetables, and a luxurious finish of heavy cream, this bisque is perfect for cozy dinners or elegant gatherings. Its rich flavor profile balances savory and sweet notes, making it an indulgent treat that will transport your taste buds to a seaside escape.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz fresh lump crab meat
- 8 oz large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 stalk celery, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 4 cups seafood stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter until bubbly. Add the chopped onion, celery, and minced garlic; sauté for about five minutes until softened.
- Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another minute until incorporated.
- Gradually add the seafood stock while stirring to avoid lumps. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add the shrimp first and cook until pink (about three minutes).
- Gently fold in the crab meat and simmer for an additional five minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream until smooth. Heat through without boiling.
- Serve garnished with extra crab meat or fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: - For added depth of flavor, consider using homemade seafood stock. - Feel free to customize by adding spices like Old Bay or swapping crab for lobster. - To store leftovers, keep them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.