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Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque:

Irresistible Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque to Warm Your Soul

This Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque is a comforting, quick meal perfect for chilly nights, combining the sweetness of crab and the brininess of shrimp.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bisque Base
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter adds a rich, creamy base
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 1 cup celery diced
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • ¼ cup flour to thicken the bisque
  • 4 cups chicken or seafood broth savory base
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste adds depth of flavor
For the Seafood
  • 1 cup crab meat lumps of sweet crab
  • 1 cup shrimp peeled and deveined
For Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning classic seafood spice blend
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
For Garnish
  • heavy cream for drizzling
  • chives or parsley chopped

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat. Add 1 finely chopped onion, 1 cup of diced celery, and 3 minced garlic cloves. Stir for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  2. Sprinkle in ¼ cup of flour, stirring continuously for about 2 minutes to form a light golden roux.
  3. Gradually whisk in 4 cups of broth and 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, bring to a gentle simmer, and bubble for 10 minutes.
  4. Stir in 1 cup of crab meat and 1 cup of shrimp, reduce heat to low, and simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes.
  5. Sprinkle in 1 tablespoon of Old Bay seasoning, along with salt and pepper. Stir well and simmer for another minute.
  6. Ladle into bowls, drizzle with heavy cream, and garnish with chopped chives or parsley. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh seafood for best flavor. Avoid overcooking shrimp; they should be just pink and opaque.

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