Creamy Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque
Indulge in a warm bowl of Creamy Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque, a luxurious dish that captures the essence of coastal cuisine. This delightful bisque melds succulent crab and shrimp with a rich, velvety base, creating an irresistible flavor profile that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a special dinner or enjoying a cozy weeknight meal, this seafood bisque will impress your family and friends alike. Easy to prepare and elegantly garnished with fresh parsley, it’s comfort food at its finest.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups seafood stock or chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup milk
- ½ lb cooked shrimp, chopped
- ½ lb lump crab meat
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until soft.
- Stir in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes until lightly golden.
- Gradually whisk in seafood stock or chicken broth and add tomato paste.
- Mix in heavy cream, milk, paprika, cayenne (if using), salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5–7 minutes.
- Add chopped shrimp and lump crab meat; cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning if necessary and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 100mg