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Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque

Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque: 30-Minute Comfort in a Bowl

Enjoy a quick and creamy Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque that brings the flavors of the ocean to your table in just 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Butter can use olive oil for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup Chopped Celery use leeks if unavailable.
  • 1/2 cup Sliced Green Onions shallots can be used instead for sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup Flour cornstarch can be used as a gluten-free alternative.
For the Creamy Mixture
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream can substitute with full-fat milk for a lighter version.
  • 2 cups Whole Milk substitute with skim milk for lower calories.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste can substitute with fresh tomatoes if desired.
For the Seafood
  • 2 cups Cooked Shrimp fresh shrimp is ideal.
  • 1 cup Crab Meat can substitute with lobster meat for a fancier variant.
For Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning can be replaced with Cajun or Creole seasoning.
  • Salt adjust to personal taste.
  • Pepper adjust to personal taste.

Equipment

  • large saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add 1 cup of chopped celery and 1/2 cup of sliced green onions, sautéing for 3-4 minutes.
  2. Sprinkle in 1/4 cup of flour, stirring briskly for about 1 minute to cook off the raw flavor.
  3. Warm 2 cups of whole milk in the microwave until just hot. Gradually whisk the warm milk into the flour mixture.
  4. Pour in 1 cup of heavy whipping cream with 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, and season with 1 tablespoon of Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  5. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently until the mixture thickens.
  6. Fold in 2 cups of cooked shrimp and 1 cup of crab meat, stirring gently for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  7. Ladle the bisque into bowls, garnish with parsley and chives, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For an enhanced experience, serve the bisque with crusty sourdough or a light salad.

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