Description
This Creamy Crab and Shrimp Bisque is a luxurious seafood soup, packed with tender shrimp, sweet crab meat, and a velvety, seasoned cream base. It’s perfect for special occasions, romantic dinners, or when you just need something cozy and indulgent.
Ingredients
For the bisque:
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2 tbsp butter
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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2 tbsp all-purpose flour
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1½ cups seafood or chicken broth
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1 cup heavy cream
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½ cup milk
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1 tbsp tomato paste
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½ tsp Old Bay seasoning
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¼ tsp smoked paprika
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¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
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Salt and pepper to taste
For the seafood:
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½ lb cooked shrimp, chopped
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½ lb lump crab meat (fresh or canned, drained)
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1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
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1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
1️⃣ Sauté aromatics: In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
2️⃣ Make the roux: Sprinkle in flour and stir constantly for 1–2 minutes until lightly golden.
3️⃣ Add liquids: Slowly whisk in the broth, then stir in the cream, milk, and tomato paste. Bring to a gentle simmer.
4️⃣ Season: Add Old Bay, paprika, cayenne (if using), salt, and pepper. Simmer uncovered for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
5️⃣ Add seafood: Stir in the chopped shrimp and crab meat. Simmer for another 5 minutes until heated through.
6️⃣ Finish and serve: Stir in lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Ladle into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
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Use cooked or frozen shrimp; if raw, sauté separately until pink before adding.
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For a smoother bisque, blend the base before adding seafood.
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Serve with crusty bread or oyster crackers.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 25 min