This elegant yet comforting bisque combines sweet crab and tender shrimp in a velvety, seasoned broth. Luxurious enough for special occasions but simple enough for weeknight dinners, it’s a seafood lover’s delight.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Serves: 4–6
Ingredients
For the Seafood
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½ lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
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½ lb lump crab meat, fresh or canned (drained)
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1 tbsp butter
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½ tsp Old Bay seasoning (optional)
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Salt and pepper to taste
For the Bisque Base
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3 tbsp butter
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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1 celery stalk, finely chopped
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1 small carrot, finely grated
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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3 tbsp all-purpose flour
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3 cups seafood or chicken broth
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½ cup dry white wine (or additional broth)
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2 tbsp tomato paste
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1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
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1 tsp paprika
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¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
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Salt and pepper to taste
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1 cup heavy cream
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1 cup whole milk
For Garnish (optional)
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Chopped fresh parsley or chives
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A drizzle of cream or lemon wedge
Instructions:
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