Description

This creamy crab and shrimp seafood bisque offers the perfect balance of rich seafood flavors and velvety creaminess, ideal for special occasions or a cozy night in. Packed with tender crab and shrimp, a splash of lemon juice, and a blend of seasonings, every spoonful transports you to coastal kitchens. It’s an elegant yet easy dish to impress any guest or satisfy your seafood cravings.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter

1 small onion, finely chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 celery stalk, finely chopped

1 carrot, peeled and finely chopped

1/4 cup all-purpose flour

4 cups seafood or chicken broth

1 cup heavy cream

1 cup milk

1/2 pound fresh crab meat

1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 tablespoon tomato paste

1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning

Salt and pepper, to taste

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

2 tablespoons lemon juice

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Instructions

In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, celery, and carrot, sautéing for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
Stir in the flour and cook for 2 minutes, constantly stirring to remove the raw flour taste.
Gradually whisk in the seafood or chicken broth, then bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes until slightly thickened.
Add the heavy cream, milk, crab meat, shrimp, tomato paste, and lemon juice. Stir and simmer for 10-15 minutes, allowing the shrimp to cook and the flavors to meld.
Season with Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper, adjusting to taste.
Let the bisque cool slightly, then use an immersion blender to puree to your desired consistency. Alternatively, blend in batches in a countertop blender.
Reheat gently if needed, then serve in bowls, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

Spice things up with a pinch of cayenne or hot sauce.

To make it dairy-free, substitute the heavy cream with coconut milk.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.