Creamy Crab and Shrimp Bisque: A Rich and Indulgent Comfort Bowl
A rich, luxurious seafood bisque featuring crab and shrimp, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 1 pound crab meat
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups seafood stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- In a large pot, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic, sauté until translucent.
- Stir in seafood stock and Old Bay seasoning, bring to a simmer.
- Add crab meat and shrimp, cooking until shrimp are opaque.
- Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream, simmering for 5 more minutes.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then serve hot.
Notes
- This bisque pairs well with crusty bread.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Creamy Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque, Seafood, Bisque, Comfort Food