Crab and Seafood Bisque
A creamy and comforting seafood bisque that showcases the rich flavors of crab and mixed seafood, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Seafood Ingredients
- 1 lb crab meat Use fresh crab meat for best flavor.
- 1 lb mixed seafood (shrimp, scallops, etc.)
- 4 cups seafood stock Store-bought or homemade.
- 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with coconut cream for dairy-free.
Base Ingredients
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons butter For sautéing.
- 1/4 cup flour For thickening the bisque.
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning A classic seafood seasoning.
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish Chopped.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute.
Cooking
- Gradually whisk in the seafood stock and bring to a simmer.
- Add the crab meat, mixed seafood, and Old Bay seasoning. Cook for 5-10 minutes until the seafood is cooked through.
- Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper.
Serving
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
This dish can be paired beautifully with crusty bread or a light salad. For extra texture and flavor, consider adding vegetables like carrots or celery.