Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque: A Comforting Gourmet Twist
Experience the rich and creamy flavors of crab and shrimp seafood bisque, perfect for a gourmet twist that warms the soul.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Seafood
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 1 pound crab meat
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cups seafood stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 1/4 cup chopped carrots
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, and carrots, and sauté until softened.
- Stir in the garlic, tomato paste, Old Bay seasoning, and cayenne pepper; cook for another minute.
- Add the seafood stock and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the crab meat and shrimp, cooking until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Reduce the heat and stir in the heavy cream. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, blend the bisque before adding the seafood.
- Pair with crusty bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque