Description
This creamy shrimp and crab bisque is a rich and flavorful seafood soup perfect for a comforting meal. Combining tender shrimp, succulent crab meat, and a luscious blend of cream and spices, this bisque is an elegant dish that’s surprisingly easy to prepare in just 35 minutes.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 oz lump crab meat
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced red bell pepper. Cook until the vegetables are softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Cook Shrimp: Add the peeled and deveined shrimp to the pot. Stir occasionally and cook until the shrimp turn pink and are fully cooked, approximately 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add Crab and Liquids: Stir in the lump crab meat, chicken broth, heavy cream, and paprika. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix well to combine all the ingredients.
- Simmer the Bisque: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Let the bisque cook for 15 to 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the soup to thicken slightly.
- Serve: Ladle the hot bisque into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley before serving to add a fresh herbal note and visual appeal.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken broth with seafood stock for an even richer flavor.
- Adjust the amount of paprika based on your spice preference.
- For a thicker bisque, you can blend a portion of the vegetables before adding the seafood.
- Make sure not to overcook the shrimp to keep them tender and juicy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
