Description
Indulge in the ultimate creamy seafood experience with this luxurious crab and shrimp bisque. Perfectly rich, smooth, and full of flavor, it’s a must-try for seafood lovers.
Ingredients
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1 lb. lump crab meat, picked over for shells
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1 lb. medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
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4 tbsp unsalted butter
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1 cup finely chopped onion
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1 cup finely chopped celery
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1 cup finely chopped carrots
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour
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4 cups seafood stock
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1 cup dry white wine
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1 cup heavy cream
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
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1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
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Chop onion, celery, carrots, and mince garlic.
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Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat and sauté vegetables for 5-7 minutes, then add garlic for 1 minute.
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Sprinkle flour over vegetables, stirring constantly for 2-3 minutes.
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Slowly pour in white wine, scraping the bottom of the pot, then add seafood stock, smoked paprika, and cayenne. Simmer for 15 minutes.
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Use an immersion blender to purée the bisque, then strain through a fine-mesh sieve.
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Return bisque to pot, stir in heavy cream, gently add crab and shrimp, and simmer 5-7 minutes.
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Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25mins