Description
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of our Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque, a creamy delight that transports the essence of the ocean right to your dining table. This exquisite bisque combines succulent crab meat and tender shrimp, blended with aromatic vegetables for a velvety smooth broth. Perfect for chilly evenings, romantic dinners, or any special occasion, this dish impresses with its gourmet flair and irresistible taste. Serve it as a starter or make it the star of your meal—either way, it promises to leave a lasting impression on your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 stalk celery, finely 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)
- 1 cup lump crab meat
- 1 cup medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Seasonings: smoked paprika, Old Bay seasoning, cayenne pepper (optional), fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter and olive oil. Sauté onion, garlic, celery, and carrot until soft (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in flour to create a roux; cook for another 2 minutes.
- Gradually add seafood stock while stirring. Then mix in heavy cream and wine; bring to simmer.
- Gently fold in crab and shrimp; season with spices.
- Simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes until shrimp is cooked through.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 120mg