Description
Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque is a luxurious soup that envelops your senses in the rich, delectable flavors of fresh seafood. This creamy bisque combines lump crab meat and succulent shrimp with aromatic vegetables and a blend of spices, creating an indulgent dish perfect for cozy family dinners or elegant gatherings. Its gourmet presentation garnished with fresh herbs makes it not only a delight for the taste buds but also visually appealing. Enjoy this comforting bowl of goodness that warms the heart and captivates seafood lovers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 stalk celery, chopped
- 1 small carrot, grated
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 cups seafood stock or fish broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup dry white cooking wine (or non-alcoholic alternative)
- 1 cup lump crab meat
- 1 cup medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Seasonings: smoked paprika, Old Bay seasoning, cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter with olive oil. Add onion, garlic, celery, and carrot; sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in flour to create a roux; cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in seafood stock and bring to a gentle boil; reduce heat to low and simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Slowly stir in heavy cream and cooking wine along with seasonings; simmer for another 10 minutes.
- Gently fold in crab meat and shrimp; cook until shrimp are opaque (about 5-7 minutes).
- Serve hot, garnished with parsley and paprika.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 120mg