Creamy Seafood Bisque With Fresh Crab and Shrimp
A luxurious and rich bisque that captures the essence of the ocean with fresh crab and shrimp in a velvety smooth base.
Equipment
- Large Pot or Dutch Oven
- Blender
Ingredients
Seafood
- 1 cup Fresh Crab Meat Cooked and picked over for shells.
- 1 pound Fresh Shrimp Large, cleaned and deveined.
Vegetables
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter For sautéing vegetables.
- 1 cup Finely Chopped Shallots Adds a sweet and mild onion flavor.
- 3 cloves Minced Garlic Enhances the flavor of the bisque.
- 1 stalk Finely Diced Celery Adds crunch and fresh flavor.
- 1 medium Chopped Carrot Contributes sweetness and color.
Base
- 4 cups Vegetable Broth Quality low-sodium broth recommended.
- 1 cup Heavy Cream For a luxurious, creamy texture.
Seasonings
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
Garnish
- handful Fresh Parsley or Chives Chopped for garnish.
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Clean and devein the shrimp, and pick through the crab meat to remove any shell fragments.
- In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat until foamy.
- Add shallots, garlic, celery, and carrots. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until soft and translucent.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add the crab meat and shrimp, cooking until shrimp are pink (about 3-4 minutes).
- Remove half of the bisque and blend until smooth, then return to the pot.
- Stir in the heavy cream and heat gently, adjusting seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve hot.
Notes
Leftover bisque can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove.