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Creamy crab and shrimp seafood bisque Recipe

Creamy crab and shrimp seafood bisque Recipe
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Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of this decadent crab and shrimp seafood bisque. Perfect for a special occasion or a cozy night in, this bisque is sure to impress with its luxurious taste and velvety texture.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
  • 1 carrot, peeled and finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups seafood or chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup milk

Seafood Mixture:

  • 1/2 pound fresh crab meat
  • 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, celery, and carrot, and sauté until tender.
  2. Add Flour: Stir in the flour and cook to eliminate raw flour taste.
  3. Whisk in Broth: Gradually whisk in the broth, bring to a boil, then simmer until slightly thickened.
  4. Add Remaining Ingredients: Add cream, milk, crab, shrimp, wine, and tomato paste. Simmer until shrimp are cooked.
  5. Season: Season with Old Bay, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  6. Puree: Remove from heat, puree bisque to desired consistency.
  7. Reheat and Serve: Gently reheat if needed, then ladle into bowls and garnish with parsley.

Notes

  • You can substitute the fresh crab meat with canned crab meat if fresh is not available.
  • For a richer bisque, you can use half-and-half instead of milk.

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