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Seafood Bisque

Delightful Seafood Bisque Ready in Just 30 Minutes

This creamy Seafood Bisque combines tender shrimp and sweet crab in a velvety cream base, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter Adds richness and forms the base
  • 1 medium sweet onion Provides natural sweetness and depth
  • 1 cup celery Contributes a fresh, aromatic flavor
  • 3 cloves garlic Enhances the overall flavor profile
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour Thickens the bisque
For the Bisque
  • 2 cups seafood stock Forms the essential base flavor
  • 1 cup whole milk Creates a creamy texture
  • 1 cup heavy cream Increases the luxurious richness
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste Adds slight sweetness and acidity
  • 2 leaves bay leaves Infuses herbal notes
  • 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning Provides classic seafood seasoning
For the Seafood
  • 1 pound jumbo shrimp The primary seafood element, sweet and tender
  • 1 cup lump crab meat Adds sweetness and texture
For Flavor Enhancements
  • 1/4 cup dry sherry Provides a sophisticated finish
  • to taste white pepper Offers mild heat
  • to taste salt Enhances all flavors
  • to garnish fresh chives or tarragon For garnish, adding color and fresh flavor
  • to swirl tablespoon crème fraîche Optional swirl for added richness

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a large Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat for about 2 minutes until bubbling.
  2. Add the diced sweet onion and celery, stirring often for about 5 minutes until they soften.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Sprinkle in the all-purpose flour, stirring constantly for around 2 minutes to form a roux.
  5. Gradually whisk in the seafood stock and whole milk, cooking for about 5 minutes.
  6. Add the tomato paste, bay leaves, and Old Bay seasoning, letting it simmer for 5 minutes.
  7. Stir in the heavy cream and let it simmer for another 5 minutes.
  8. Add the shrimp and cook for 3-4 minutes until they turn pink and opaque.
  9. Gently fold in the crab meat and dry sherry, heating through for 2 minutes.
  10. Remove the bay leaves and season with salt and white pepper before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best flavor, use fresh seafood and warm the milk before adding it to maintain a smooth texture.

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