Description
Coastal cuisine comes alive with this luxurious Shrimp & Crab Bisque, blending rich seafood flavors into a silky, sophisticated soup. Delicate shellfish and velvety cream create an elegant dining experience that whisks guests straight to seaside elegance.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Seafood Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 0.5 pound (227 grams) crabmeat
Dairy and Base Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream
- 1/4 cup (57 grams) butter
- 1/4 cup (30 grams) flour
Liquid and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 4 cups (960 milliliters) seafood stock
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) white wine
- 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- 1 small onion, diced
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat, sautéing diced onions until they become soft and translucent, releasing their sweet aroma.
- Sprinkle flour into the buttery mixture, stirring constantly for 1-2 minutes to create a golden roux that will help thicken the bisque.
- Gradually pour in seafood stock and white wine, whisking continuously to eliminate any lumps and create a smooth, silky base.
- Introduce succulent shrimp and delicate crabmeat into the simmering liquid, sprinkling Old Bay seasoning to enhance the maritime flavors.
- Allow the seafood to gently cook for 8-10 minutes, ensuring they are tender and fully incorporated into the developing bisque.
- Pour in heavy cream, stirring carefully to integrate and create a luxurious, velvety texture without bringing the mixture to a rapid boil.
- Let the bisque simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the soup to reach a rich, creamy consistency.
- Ladle the hot bisque into serving bowls, garnishing with freshly chopped parsley for a bright, aromatic finish.
Notes
- Select fresh, high-quality seafood for the most authentic and rich flavor profile.
- Adjust the thickness by controlling the amount of flour and stock, creating a personalized consistency.
- Use low-sodium seafood stock to manage salt levels and prevent over-seasoning.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or coconut milk to reduce calories while maintaining creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 18-19 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 358 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 690 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg