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Crab Shrimp Bisque

Crab Shrimp Bisque

Discover the rich and velvety Crab Shrimp Bisque a luxurious soup that will wow your guests with its creamy texture and sweet briny flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 340
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 0.5 cup finely chopped onion
  • 0.25 cup finely chopped celery
  • 0.25 cup finely chopped carrot
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
  • to taste Salt and black pepper
  • 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups seafood or chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 pound cooked crab meat (checked for shells)
  • 0.5 pound cooked shrimp (peeled, deveined, and cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 2 tablespoons sherry (optional)
  • to garnish Fresh herbs (parsley or chives)

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Immersion blender or regular blender
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cutting board and knife

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the finely chopped onion, celery, and carrot; cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the tomato paste, paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using); season with salt and black pepper.
  5. Stir and let it cook for 2 minutes to enhance flavors.
  6. Sprinkle the all-purpose flour over the mixture and stir well.
  7. Cook for 1 minute to eliminate raw flour taste.
  8. Gradually pour in the broth while stirring to prevent lumps; bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
  9. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth.
  10. Stir in the heavy cream and let it simmer gently for 10 minutes.
  11. Add the cooked crab meat and shrimp, and sherry (if using); cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  12. Taste and adjust the seasoning; garnish with fresh herbs and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 340kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 16gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a deeper flavor, toast the flour in a dry pan before adding it to the vegetable mixture. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 3 months, thaw, and reheat gently. Consider adding a pinch of saffron for an additional earthy flavor, and garnish with a swirl of cream and a sprinkle of paprika for presentation.
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