Here’s a rich and creamy Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque recipe—perfect for a comforting meal!
Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque
Ingredients:
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 small carrot, finely grated
• 1 small celery stalk, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups seafood stock (or chicken stock)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• ½ cup dry white wine (optional)
• ½ teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for spice)
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• ½ pound shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped
• ½ pound lump crab meat
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons cream cheese (optional, for extra richness)
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions:
1. Sauté the Aromatics
• In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat.
• Add onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.
• Stir in garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
2. Make the Base
• Sprinkle in the flour and stir for 1–2 minutes to cook out the raw taste.
• Slowly whisk in seafood stock and white wine (if using), stirring continuously.
3. Add Creamy Elements & Seasonings
• Stir in heavy cream, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, Old Bay seasoning, paprika, cayenne, salt, and black pepper.
• Simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Add Seafood
• Reduce heat to low and add shrimp and crab meat.
• Cook for 5–7 minutes until shrimp is fully cooked.
• Stir in cream cheese (if using) and lemon juice.
5. Finish & Serve
• Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
• Garnish with fresh parsley.
• Serve hot with crusty bread or oyster crackers.
Enjoy your Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque! Want it extra smooth? Blend part of the soup before adding the seafood!