Creamy Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of Creamy Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque, a delightful dish that brings the ocean’s bounty directly to your table. This rich and velvety bisque features succulent crab and shrimp, blended into a creamy base that warms the soul. Perfect for special occasions or cozy evenings at home, it’s sure to impress seafood enthusiasts and casual diners alike. With easy preparation steps and customizable ingredients, this bisque is as enjoyable to make as it is to serve. Pair it with crusty bread or a fresh salad for a complete dining experience you won’t forget.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups seafood stock or chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup milk
- ½ lb cooked shrimp, chopped
- ½ lb lump crab meat
- ½ tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp sherry or white apple vinegar (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a pot, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until soft.
- Stir in flour; cook for 1–2 minutes until golden.
- Gradually whisk in seafood stock and add tomato paste.
- Mix in cream, milk, paprika, cayenne (if using), salt, and black pepper; simmer for 5–7 minutes until thickened.
- Add shrimp and crab; cook for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.
- Stir in sherry or vinegar if desired; adjust seasoning.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 120mg