CRAB AND SHRIMP SEAFOOD BISQUE
This luxurious Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque is a comforting and rich dish, perfect for seafood lovers. Made with fresh crabmeat and shrimp, simmered in a creamy broth, it offers a delightful blend of flavors that will warm your soul.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup dry sherry (optional)
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups seafood or chicken broth
- 1/2 pound lump crabmeat, picked over for shells
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Sprinkle the flour over the sautéed onion and garlic, stirring constantly to create a roux. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the roux is golden brown and aromatic.
- Gradually whisk in the seafood or chicken broth, stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in the heavy cream and dry sherry (if using), and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Add the lump crabmeat and shrimp to the pot. Simmer gently until the shrimp are pink and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes.
- Season the bisque with salt and pepper to taste. If you prefer a thicker consistency, use an immersion blender to partially puree the soup.
- Ladle the seafood bisque into serving bowls, garnish with chopped fresh parsley, and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg