Creamy Crab and Shrimp Bisque Perfect for Cozy Nights

Creamy Crab and Shrimp Bisque Perfect for Cozy Nights

A quick and easy seafood bisque featuring crab and shrimp, perfect for cozy dinner nights.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 bowls

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Seafood

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

4 tablespoons Butter Use olive oil for a lighter option.
1 cup Celery Chopped; fresh or frozen cubes work.
1 cup Green Onions Sliced; leeks are a great alternative.
1/4 cup Flour Consider gluten-free flour for gluten-free option.

For the Creaminess

1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Substitute with whole milk for lighter texture.
2 cups Whole Milk Can be swapped with low-fat milk.

For the Flavor

2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Canned crushed tomatoes can be used.
1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning Cajun or seafood boil seasoning are alternatives.
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

For the Seafood

1 cup Cooked Shrimp Fresh is ideal; cooked frozen works.
1 cup Crab Meat Imitation crab is budget-friendly substitute.

Equipment

heavy-bottomed pot

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Melt the Butter: In a heavy-bottomed pot, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
Sauté the Vegetables: Add 1 cup of chopped celery and 1 cup of sliced green onions to the pot. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until they become tender.
Incorporate Flour: Sprinkle in 1/4 cup of flour and stir continuously for 1 minute.
Add Warm Milk: Microwave 2 cups of whole milk until warm, then gradually whisk it into the pot.
Mix in Cream and Seasonings: Stir in 1 cup of heavy whipping cream, 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, and 1 tablespoon of Old Bay seasoning.
Simmer the Bisque: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat, stirring often for about 5-7 minutes.
Add the Seafood: Fold in 1 cup of cooked shrimp and 1 cup of crab meat into the pot.
Serve and Garnish: Ladle the bisque into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley and chives.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best flavor, use fresh seafood whenever possible. Adjust the seasoning to your preference.

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