Description
This rich and creamy Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque is a luxurious soup bursting with delicate seafood flavors. Made with tender shrimp, sweet crabmeat, and a velvety smooth broth, this bisque is perfect for special occasions or a comforting meal at home. Quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this dish impresses with its elegant presentation and gourmet taste.
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp finely chopped green onion
- 2 tbsp finely chopped celery
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 ½ cups milk
- ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 8 oz cooked baby shrimp
- 8 oz crabmeat
- 2 tbsp sherry wine (optional)
- Chopped parsley, cilantro, or green onion tops for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics – In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, melt butter over medium-low heat. Add green onion and celery, sauté for 2 minutes until tender.
- Make Roux – Stir in flour, cooking for about 2 minutes to remove raw flour taste.
- Warm Milk – In a separate saucepan, heat milk over medium heat.
- Combine Base – Slowly stir warm milk into the butter-flour mixture, stirring constantly until thickened (about 3 minutes).
- Add Flavorings – Stir in black pepper, tomato paste, and heavy cream until fully incorporated.
- Optional Blending – For an ultra-smooth bisque, blend the soup and return it to the saucepan.
- Incorporate Seafood – Gently stir in shrimp, crabmeat, and sherry (if using). Simmer gently to meld flavors.
- Serve & Garnish – Ladle into bowls and top with parsley, cilantro, or green onions. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a spicier bisque, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce.
- Substitute or add lobster, scallops, or white fish for a different seafood twist.
- To prevent overcooked seafood, add it at the very end and heat just until warmed through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Soup, Seafood
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: French, American
