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Creamy crab and shrimp seafood bisque Recipe

Creamy crab and shrimp seafood bisque Recipe
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This creamy crab and shrimp seafood bisque is a rich and flavorful soup combining tender crab meat and succulent shrimp in a luscious, velvety broth. Enhanced with fresh vegetables, a hint of white wine, and classic Old Bay seasoning, this bisque makes a comforting and elegant appetizer or main dish perfect for any seafood lover.

Ingredients

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Base and Vegetables

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
  • 1 carrot, peeled and finely chopped

Thickening and Liquids

  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups seafood or chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine

Seafood and Seasoning

  • 1/2 pound fresh crab meat
  • 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Sauté the vegetables: In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion, minced garlic, celery, and carrot. Sauté these vegetables until they become tender and fragrant, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Make the roux: Stir in the all-purpose flour to the sautéed vegetables and cook, stirring constantly, for approximately 2 minutes. This helps to cook out the raw flour taste and forms the base for thickening the bisque.
  3. Add broth and simmer: Gradually whisk in the seafood or chicken broth. Increase the heat and bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Allow the soup to cook until slightly thickened, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Incorporate cream and seafood: Add the heavy cream, milk, crab meat, shrimp, dry white wine, and tomato paste to the pot. Stir well to combine all ingredients. Continue simmering gently until the shrimp are fully cooked and flavors meld together, about 10-15 minutes.
  5. Season the bisque: Season the soup with Old Bay seasoning, salt, and black pepper to taste. Adjust the seasoning as needed to suit your preference.
  6. Blend the soup: Remove the pot from the heat and let the bisque cool slightly. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup to your desired smooth consistency. If you do not have an immersion blender, carefully blend the soup in batches using a countertop blender.
  7. Reheat and garnish: Gently reheat the bisque if necessary. Ladle the bisque into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy this rich and comforting seafood bisque warm.

Notes

  • For a thinner bisque, reduce the amount of flour or add extra broth during blending.
  • Use fresh seafood for the best flavor, but frozen crab and shrimp can be substituted if thawed properly.
  • If you prefer a spicier bisque, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce along with Old Bay seasoning.
  • Leftover bisque can be stored in the refrigerator up to 2 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream and milk with coconut milk or a plant-based cream alternative.

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