Ultimate Crab & Shrimp Seafood Bisque Recipe for Flavor Explosions
Author:antaki
Total Time:45 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Description
Indulge in a rich Crab & Shrimp Bisque, bursting with flavor. Discover this easy seafood recipe and elevate your dining experience!
Ingredients
Scale
1 tablespoon of olive oil
1 tablespoon of butter
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1 medium carrot, diced
1 celery stalk, diced
1 teaspoon of Old Bay seasoning
1/4 cup of dry white wine
4 cups of seafood stock
1 cup of heavy cream
8 ounces of freshly picked crab meat
8 ounces of shrimp, peeled and deveined
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Prep your ingredients: Chop your onion, garlic, carrot, and celery before you start cooking. Having everything ready will make the process smoother.
Heat the oil and butter: In a large pot over medium heat, warm the olive oil and butter until bubbly and fragrant.
Add the aromatics: Toss in the chopped onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes or until the vegetables are soft and the onion is translucent.
Season it up: Stir in the Old Bay seasoning, and let the spices toast for a minute to release their flavors.
Deglaze the pot: Pour in the white wine, scraping any delicious bits stuck to the bottom of the pot. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.
Add the seafood stock: Pour in the seafood stock, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
In with the cream: Stir in the heavy cream, and then return to a gentle simmer. This is where the bisque gets its luxurious texture!
Fold in the seafood: Add the crab meat and shrimp, cooking for another 5-7 minutes until the shrimp are pink and just cooked through. Be careful not to overcook them; they get tough!
Taste and adjust: Season with salt and pepper to taste. If you’re feeling adventurous, a pinch of cayenne pepper adds a nice kick!
Garnish and serve: Ladle into bowls, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and maybe a drizzle of olive oil, if you're feeling fancy!
Notes
This Crab & Shrimp Seafood Bisque is a luxurious and comforting dish that brings the rich flavors of the ocean right into your kitchen.
