SEAFOOD BISQUE WITH CRAB, SHRIMP AND LOBSTER

Here’s a delicious recipe for a creamy Seafood Bisque featuring crab, shrimp, and lobster!

Seafood Bisque with Crab, Shrimp, and Lobster

Ingredients

• 1 lb lobster meat, cooked and chopped
• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup lump crab meat
• 4 cups seafood stock (or chicken stock)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup dry white wine
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 large carrot, chopped
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon thyme (dried or fresh)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley (for garnish)
• Optional: a splash of sherry for added flavor

Instructions

1. Sauté vegetables:

• In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
• Add onion, garlic, celery, and carrot. Sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

1. Add liquid:

• Stir in tomato paste, paprika, and thyme. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
• Pour in the white wine and let it simmer until slightly reduced, about 5 minutes.

1. Add stock:

• Add the seafood stock and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes.

1. Blend the bisque:

• Use an immersion blender to puree the mixture until smooth. Alternatively, carefully transfer it to a blender in batches and blend until smooth.

1. Finish the bisque:

• Return the blended soup to the pot. Stir in the heavy cream and heat gently. Add the chopped lobster meat, shrimp, and crab. Cook until the shrimp are pink and heated through, about 5 minutes.

1. Season:

• Season with salt, pepper, and optional sherry to taste.

1. Serve:

• Ladle the bisque into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve with crusty bread or crackers.

Enjoy your luxurious Seafood Bisque! 🦞🍲🍤