Indulge in the Luxurious Flavors of Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque 🍤🦀
There’s something inherently comforting about a warm bowl of bisque, especially when it’s laden with the rich flavors of the ocean. Today, I’m sharing a recipe that brings the sea to your table with an elegant touch—Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque. This dish is perfect for those moments when you crave something special, whether it’s a chilly evening or an occasion that calls for a bit of indulgence.
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil 🫒
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion 🧅
- 1/4 cup finely chopped celery 🌿
- 1/4 cup finely chopped carrot 🥕
- 2 garlic cloves, minced 🧄
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste 🍅
- 1 teaspoon paprika 🌶️
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat) 🌶️
- Salt and black pepper to taste 🧂
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 🌾
- 4 cups seafood or chicken broth 🍲
- 1 cup heavy cream 🥛
- 1/2 pound cooked crab meat, picked over for shells 🦀
- 1/2 pound cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined, cut into bite-sized pieces 🍤
- 2 tablespoons sherry (optional) 🍷
- Fresh herbs (such as parsley or chives) for garnish 🌿
Instructions:
1️⃣ Sauté the Vegetables
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion, celery, and carrot, cooking until they are softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant. This aromatic base lays the foundation for the bisque’s deep flavors. 🥘
2️⃣ Build the Flavor
Mix in the tomato paste, paprika, cayenne pepper (if you prefer a bit of heat), and a pinch of salt and black pepper. Cook, stirring constantly, for about 2 minutes. This step deepens the flavors, ensuring that every spoonful is bursting with taste. 🍅🌶️
3️⃣ Create the Roux
Sprinkle the flour over the sautéed vegetables and stir until fully incorporated. Cook for another minute to remove the raw flour taste. This roux will help thicken the bisque, giving it that signature creamy texture. 🌾
4️⃣ Simmer the Bisque
Gradually pour in the seafood or chicken broth while continuously stirring to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to maintain a gentle simmer. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully. 🍲
5️⃣ Puree for Smoothness
Using an immersion blender, or in batches with a standard blender, puree the soup until smooth. If using a standard blender, be sure to return the bisque to the pot afterward. This step ensures a velvety texture that is key to any great bisque. 🥄
6️⃣ Incorporate the Cream
Stir in the heavy cream and continue to simmer the bisque for another 10 minutes. As it simmers, the bisque will thicken slightly, becoming more luxurious with each passing minute. 🥛
7️⃣ Add the Seafood
Gently fold in the cooked crab meat and shrimp. If you’re adding sherry, this is the time to do it. Cook for about 5 minutes, just until the seafood is heated through. Be sure to maintain a gentle simmer to prevent the cream from curdling. 🦀🍤
8️⃣ Final Seasoning
Taste your bisque and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and black pepper if needed. This final touch ensures that every flavor shines. 🧂
9️⃣ Serve and Enjoy
Ladle the bisque into bowls, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve immediately. The vibrant color, rich aroma, and decadent flavor make this bisque an irresistible treat. 🍲🌿
This Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque is more than just a soup—it’s an experience. With its rich, creamy texture and layers of flavor, it’s sure to impress anyone who tastes it. Whether you’re enjoying it as a comforting meal on a cold day or serving it as an elegant starter for a special dinner, this bisque is bound to become a favorite in your recipe collection. 😊
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Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque 🍤🦀
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil 🫒
1/2 cup finely chopped onion 🧅
1/4 cup finely chopped celery 🌿
1/4 cup finely chopped carrot 🥕
2 garlic cloves, minced 🧄
2 tablespoons tomato paste 🍅
1 teaspoon paprika 🌶️
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat) 🌶️
Salt and black pepper to taste 🧂
1/4 cup all-purpose flour 🌾
4 cups seafood or chicken broth 🍲
1 cup heavy cream 🥛
1/2 pound cooked crab meat, picked over for shells 🦀
1/2 pound cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined, cut into bite-sized pieces 🍤
2 tablespoons sherry (optional) 🍷
Fresh herbs (such as parsley or chives) for garnish 🌿
Instructions
1️⃣ In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, and carrot, and cook until they are softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant. 🥘
2️⃣ Mix in the tomato paste, paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), and a pinch of salt and black pepper. Cook, stirring constantly, for about 2 minutes to deepen the flavors. 🍅🌶️
3️⃣ Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir until the flour is fully incorporated. Cook for another minute to remove the raw flour taste. 🌾
4️⃣ Gradually pour in the broth while continuously stirring to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to maintain a gentle simmer. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. 🍲
5️⃣ With an immersion blender or in batches with a standard blender, puree the soup until smooth. Return to the pot if using a standard blender. 🥄
6️⃣ Stir in the heavy cream and continue to simmer the bisque for another 10 minutes, until it starts to thicken slightly. 🥛
7️⃣ Add the cooked crab meat and shrimp to the bisque. If using sherry, add it at this time. Cook for 5 minutes or until the seafood is heated through. Be sure to maintain a gentle simmer to prevent the cream from curdling. 🦀🍤
8️⃣ Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and black pepper if needed. 🧂
9️⃣ Ladle the bisque into bowls, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve immediately. 🍲🌿
Enjoy this rich and creamy Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque as a treat to warm you up on chilly days or to make an ordinary day feel extraordinary! 😊