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Creamy Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque Recipe

Indulge in the rich, velvety flavors of the sea with this Creamy Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque. This luxurious dish combines the sweetness of crab meat and the tender bite of shrimp with a creamy, tomato-infused broth. Perfect for special occasions or a comforting meal at home, this bisque brings a touch of elegance and warmth to your table.
Active Time50 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Creamy Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque Recipe
Yield: 6

Materials

For the Seafood Bisque:

  • - 1/2 pound shrimp peeled and deveined
  • - 1/2 pound crab meat preferably lump
  • - 2 tablespoons butter
  • - 1 onion finely chopped
  • - 1 carrot finely diced
  • - 2 stalks celery finely diced
  • - 3 cloves garlic minced
  • - 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • - 3 cups seafood or fish broth
  • - 1 cup heavy cream
  • - 1 teaspoon paprika
  • - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • - Salt and pepper to taste
  • - Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

For Thickening:

  • - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Instructions

Prepare the Seafood:

  • - Bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and opaque. Remove them from the pot, allow them to cool, and chop roughly. Set aside.

Sauté Vegetables:

  • - In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion, carrot, celery, and minced garlic. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add Flavor Base:

  • - Stir in the tomato paste, paprika, and dried thyme. Continue to cook for another 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Make the Bisque:

  • - Sprinkle the flour over the sautéed vegetables and stir well to combine. Gradually pour in the seafood broth, stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Simmer:

  • - Reduce the heat and let the bisque simmer gently for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. This will allow the flavors to develop and the bisque to thicken slightly.

Add Seafood and Cream:

  • - Stir in the chopped shrimp and crab meat. Pour in the heavy cream and mix well to combine. Let the bisque cook for an additional 5 minutes until everything is heated through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Serve:

  • - Ladle the creamy seafood bisque into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve immediately with crusty bread or a side salad.