Description
Creamy Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque brings coastal elegance to your dining table with rich, luxurious flavors. Hearty seafood lovers will savor each spoonful of this indulgent Southern classic that promises comfort and sophistication.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood:
- 0.5 pound (226.8 grams) shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 0.5 pound (226.8 grams) lump crab meat
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 celery stalk, chopped
- 1 carrot, chopped
Seasonings and Other Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups seafood stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup white wine
- 0.5 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat butter in a large pot over medium temperature, gently sweating onion, garlic, celery, and carrot until translucent and tender.
- Incorporate flour and toast for 1-2 minutes, creating a fragrant roux that will thicken the bisque.
- Slowly pour seafood stock and white wine into the pot, whisking continuously to prevent any lumpy texture.
- Allow the liquid to reach a gentle simmer and let it develop flavors for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Transfer the mixture to a blender and puree until completely smooth and silky, then return to the pot.
- Introduce heavy cream, Old Bay seasoning, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper, stirring to create a rich, harmonious base.
- Carefully add shrimp and cook until they transform to a vibrant pink color, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Delicately fold in crab meat and let the bisque simmer for an additional 2 minutes to meld the seafood flavors.
- Ladle the hot bisque into serving bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a touch of brightness.
Notes
- Select fresh, high-quality seafood for the most vibrant flavor profile and optimal taste experience.
- Use cold seafood stock to prevent sudden temperature changes that might impact the bisque’s smooth texture.
- Consider reducing cayenne for a milder version or increase for extra heat, tailoring spice levels to personal preference.
- Substitute dairy-free cream alternatives like coconut milk for a lactose-free version without compromising rich, creamy consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg