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Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque

Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque: Your Cozy Comfort Bowl

Indulge in this creamy Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque, a hearty and luxurious soup perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 cup Cooked Shrimp peeled, deveined
  • 1 cup Cooked Crab Meat lump crab preferred
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can substitute butter
  • 1 cup Celery diced
  • 1 cup Carrots diced
  • 1 cup Onions diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Paprika
  • 1 pinch Cayenne Pepper optional
For Thickening and Flavor
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour can substitute cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon Tomato Paste optional
  • 4 cups Seafood or Chicken Broth
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream substitute half-and-half or whole milk
  • ½ cup Sherry optional
  • to taste Salt adjust to taste
  • to taste Black Pepper adjust to taste
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Herbs parsley, chives, or dill

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 cup each of diced celery, carrots, and onions. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
  2. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon tomato paste, 1 teaspoon paprika, and a pinch of cayenne pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
  3. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour over the vegetables, stirring for about 2 minutes to form a roux.
  4. Gradually whisk in 4 cups of broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10-12 minutes.
  5. Stir in 1 cup of heavy cream and ½ cup of sherry (if using). Fold in the shrimp and crab meat, cooking for 5 minutes.
  6. Season with salt and black pepper, ladle into bowls, and garnish with fresh herbs. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque can be modified based on seafood preferences and is excellent for storage and freezing.

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