Here’s a rich, creamy Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque recipe — indulgent, restaurant-quality, and perfect as a starter or main course. 🦀🍤🍲
🦀 Crab & Shrimp Seafood Bisque
Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
Seafood & Broth:
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8 oz crab meat (lump or claw meat)
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8 oz shrimp, peeled, deveined, chopped
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2 cups seafood stock (or fish stock)
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1 cup water (optional, adjust for thickness)
Vegetables & Aromatics:
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2 Tbsp unsalted butter
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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1 stalk celery, finely chopped
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1 small carrot, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 Tbsp tomato paste
Cream & Flavor:
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1 tsp paprika (smoked or sweet)
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½ tsp cayenne (optional, for heat)
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1 tsp Old Bay seasoning (optional, classic seafood flavor)
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1 cup heavy cream
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¼ cup dry white wine (optional)
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Salt & black pepper, to taste
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Fresh parsley or chives for garnish
Instructions
1️⃣ Sauté Vegetables
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Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat
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Add onion, celery, carrot, garlic
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Sauté 5–7 minutes until softened
2️⃣ Add Tomato Paste & Spices
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Stir in tomato paste, paprika, cayenne, and Old Bay
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Cook 1–2 minutes to release flavors
3️⃣ Deglaze & Simmer
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Add white wine (if using) and reduce slightly
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Pour in seafood stock (and water if needed)
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Bring to a gentle simmer for 10–15 minutes
4️⃣ Add Seafood
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Add shrimp and crab meat
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Simmer 3–5 minutes until shrimp are pink and cooked through
5️⃣ Blend (Optional for Smooth Texture)
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Use an immersion blender to lightly puree the soup (not required if you prefer chunkier bisque)
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Taste and adjust seasoning
6️⃣ Finish with Cream
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Lower heat and stir in heavy cream
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Heat gently — do not boil after adding cream
7️⃣ Serve
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Ladle into bowls
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Garnish with fresh parsley or chives
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Serve with crusty bread or garlic croutons
🌟 Tips for the Perfect Bisque
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Use fresh seafood whenever possible for best flavor
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Do not overcook shrimp — they turn rubbery quickly
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For extra richness, add 1–2 tsp of butter at the end
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Can be made ahead; reheat gently before serving
If you want, I can also give a Cajun-style version with more heat and bold flavors, or a luxurious lobster-and-seafood version for special occasions.