Description
Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque is a luxurious, creamy soup that brings the taste of the ocean to your dining table. This delightful dish combines fresh crab meat and succulent shrimp with aromatic vegetables, creating a flavorful experience perfect for any occasion—from family dinners to elegant gatherings. With its rich texture and impressive presentation, this bisque will leave seafood lovers craving more. Serve it alongside crusty bread or oyster crackers for a comforting meal that warms the soul.
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)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter and olive oil. Sauté onion, celery, garlic, and carrot until softened (5-7 minutes).
- Add flour and stir constantly for 2-3 minutes to form a roux.
- Gradually whisk in seafood stock and white cooking wine. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Lower heat and stir in heavy cream; let cook until thickened (5-10 minutes).
- Fold in crab meat and shrimp; season with paprika, Old Bay seasoning, and cayenne pepper if desired. Cook until shrimp are pink (about 5 minutes).
- Adjust seasoning as needed before serving hot with fresh parsley garnish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg