Creamy Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque for Cozy Nights
A delightful Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque that captures the essence of coastal flavors in a creamy bowl. Perfect for cozy gatherings.
Equipment
- large pot
Ingredients
For the Base
- 4 cups Seafood stock the foundation that brings the taste of the ocean
- 1 cup Heavy cream adds lush creaminess
For the Seafood
- 1 cup Crab meat look for lump crab for best texture
- 1 cup Shrimp peeled and deveined; fresh or frozen
For the Aromatics
- ½ cup Onion finely chopped
- ¼ cup Celery finely chopped
For the Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning classic seafood flavor
- 1 teaspoon Paprika adds color and mild smoky taste
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Cooking
- 1 tablespoon Butter for sautéing the aromatics
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- In a large pot, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add ½ cup of finely chopped onion and ¼ cup of finely chopped celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
- Pour in 4 cups of seafood stock and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- Stir in 1 teaspoon of Old Bay seasoning, 1 teaspoon of paprika, and salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
- Gently fold in 1 cup of lump crab meat and 1 cup of peeled and deveined shrimp. Cook for 5-7 minutes until shrimp turn pink.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in 1 cup of heavy cream. Simmer for another 5 minutes without boiling.
- Ladle into bowls and serve hot; garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
Use fresh seafood for the best flavor. Avoid boiling the cream to maintain its texture. This bisque can be made a day in advance for deeper flavors.
Nutrition
Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg
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