Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque
A luxuriously creamy seafood bisque featuring crab and shrimp, perfect for cozy dinners and special occasions.
Ingredients
Seafood Ingredients
- 1 lb crab meat Use fresh or canned, though fresh is preferred.
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined Use frozen shrimp if fresh is not available.
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Base and Seasoning
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour For thickening the bisque.
- 4 cups seafood stock Use high-quality for best results.
- 1 cup heavy cream For richness.
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice Adds brightness.
- to taste salt and pepper
- to garnish chopped fresh parsley For presentation.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the flour to create a roux, cooking for about 1-2 minutes.
- Gradually whisk in the seafood stock, stirring continuously to avoid lumps and bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Add the crab and shrimp, cooking until the shrimp turns pink.
- Lower the heat to a gentle simmer and stir in the heavy cream, paprika, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer for 5 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
Presentation is key! Ladle into shallow bowls and serve with crusty bread or a light salad. Ensure to reheat gently over low heat.