Name: Crab and Shrimp Delightful Bisque
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 carrot, finely diced; 1 celery stalk, finely diced; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 4 cups seafood or chicken broth; 1 cup heavy cream; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning; ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional); 8 oz cooked crab meat; 8 oz cooked shrimp, peeled and chopped; Salt and pepper, to taste; 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Description

Delve into the indulgent world of seafood with this Crab and Shrimp Delightful Bisque. A symphony of flavors, this bisque marries the sweetness of crab and shrimp with a savory blend of aromatic vegetables. Its creamy texture and depth of flavor make it a perfect choice for any festive gathering or a cozy night in.

Ingredients

Scale

2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 carrot, finely diced
1 celery stalk, finely diced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
4 cups seafood or chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
8 oz cooked crab meat
8 oz cooked shrimp, peeled and chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Step 1: Sauté the Vegetables In a large pot, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Once melted, add the onion, garlic, carrot, and celery; sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables turn soft and aromatic.
Step 2: Create the Base Sprinkle the flour over the softened vegetables and stir thoroughly to ensure they are well-coated. Gradually pour in the seafood or chicken broth, consistently whisking to prevent any lumps from forming. Allow this mixture to simmer for 10 minutes.
Step 3: Blend for Creaminess Utilize an immersion blender to blend the soup directly in the pot until smooth. Alternatively, cool the mixture slightly and carefully blend in batches using a standard blender.
Step 4: Add Cream and Seasonings Return the smoothly blended base to the pot if needed, then stir in the heavy cream, smoked paprika, Old Bay seasoning, and cayenne pepper. Allow the soup to simmer gently for another 5 minutes.
Step 5: Add the Seafood Fold in the cooked crab meat and shrimp gently, and heat through for another 5 minutes, ensuring not to boil vigorously to keep the seafood tender.
Step 6: Serve and Garnish Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper according to taste. Serve the bisque hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes