Seafood Bisque with Crab and Shrimp
This rich and creamy seafood bisque with crab and shrimp is a luxurious soup full of flavor. Made with seafood stock, white wine, and heavy cream—perfect for cozy dinners or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Soups & Stews
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Coastal
Ingredients
1 pound crab meat
1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
4 cups seafood stock
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup white wine
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons butter
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter.
Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until soft and fragrant (about 3–4 minutes).
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to enhance the flavor.
Pour in the white wine, scraping up any browned bits. Let simmer for 2–3 minutes to reduce slightly.
Add seafood stock, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
Add the crab meat and shrimp to the pot. Simmer until shrimp are pink and opaque, about 4–5 minutes.
Stir in the heavy cream, season with salt and pepper to taste.
Simmer on low for another 5 minutes to blend flavors.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley.
Notes
For a smoother bisque, blend the soup (before adding the seafood) with an immersion blender.
Use lump crab meat for best texture and flavor.
Add a pinch of cayenne or Old Bay seasoning for a little kick.
Pairs beautifully with crusty bread or a side salad.
Find it online: https://allcookedup.com/seafood-bisque-with-crab-and-shrimp/
