Shrimp and Crab Seafood Bisque
This creamy seafood bisque is a delightful blend of shrimp and crab, capturing the flavors of the ocean in a comforting dish that’s perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Pescatarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 pound crab meat, fresh or canned
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cups seafood broth
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (like parsley or chives) for garnish
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the tomato paste and Old Bay seasoning, cooking for another minute.
- Pour in the seafood broth and bring to a simmer.
- Add the shrimp and crab meat, cooking for about 5 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through.
- Reduce the heat to low, stir in the heavy cream, and let simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs.
Notes
Pairs beautifully with crusty bread or garlic toast.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg