Name: Creamy Crab and Shrimp Bisque Perfect for Cozy Nights Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: French-American
Ingredients: 200 g shrimp, peeled and chopped; 200 g crab meat; 2 tbsp butter; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp flour; 2 cups seafood or chicken broth; 1 cup heavy cream; 1 tbsp tomato paste; 1/2 tsp paprika; Salt and pepper to taste; Fresh parsley for garnish

Description

A velvety, creamy seafood bisque featuring succulent crab meat and tender shrimp, perfect for warming up chilly nights with its rich, comforting flavors and smooth texture.

Ingredients

Seafood & Protein

200 g shrimp, peeled and chopped
200 g crab meat

Base

2 tbsp butter
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp flour
2 cups seafood or chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream

Seasoning

1 tbsp tomato paste
1/2 tsp paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish

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Instructions

Sauté Aromatics: Melt the butter in a pot over medium heat and sauté the finely chopped onion until it becomes soft and translucent, about 3-5 minutes.
Add Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook briefly for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Create Roux: Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to eliminate the raw flour taste and form a roux that will thicken the bisque.
Incorporate Broth: Gradually whisk in the seafood or chicken broth, ensuring the mixture is smooth and free of lumps as it begins to thicken.
Add Flavorings and Cream: Stir in the tomato paste and paprika, then pour in the heavy cream. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer to meld the flavors and thicken the soup slightly.
Cook Shrimp: Add the chopped shrimp and cook until they turn pink and are just cooked through, about 3-4 minutes.
Add Crab Meat: Stir in the crab meat and heat through gently without boiling to preserve its delicate texture, approximately 2 minutes.
Season and Garnish: Season the bisque with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness.

Notes

Avoid boiling the soup after adding the seafood to keep shrimp and crab tender and prevent rubbery texture.
For a smoother bisque, partially blend the soup before adding the seafood.
Use seafood broth for a more intense seafood flavor, but chicken broth works well as a substitute.
Adjust seasoning gradually to suit your taste preferences.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: French-American