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Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque

Irresistible Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque for Cozy Nights

This Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque offers ocean-fresh flavors in a creamy soup, perfect for cozy nights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinners
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 4 cups seafood stock velvety stock forms the soul of your bisque
  • 1 cup heavy cream creates a creamy texture
Star Ingredients
  • 1 cup crab meat adds sweet, delicate flavor
  • 2 cups shrimp peeled and deveined
Aromatic Vegetables
  • ½ cup onion diced
  • ¼ cup celery diced
Seasoning & Fats
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning classic seafood seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon paprika adds warmth and color
  • 1 tablespoon butter offers richness
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat until shimmering. Add ½ cup of diced onion and ¼ cup of diced celery, and sauté for about 5 minutes until soft and fragrant.
  2. Pour in 4 cups of seafood stock and stir well. Bring mixture to a gentle simmer over medium-high heat and let bubble for about 5 minutes.
  3. Gently fold in 1 cup of crab meat and 2 cups of peeled and deveined shrimp. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until shrimp turn a vibrant pink.
  4. Lower heat and stir in 1 cup of heavy cream along with 1 teaspoon of Old Bay seasoning and 1 teaspoon of paprika. Let simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Ladle bisque into bowls and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 24gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Best enjoyed immediately but can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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