Creamy Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque

 

Creamy Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque

Ingredients:

For the Soup Base:

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 small onion, finely diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 cups seafood stock

1 cup whole milk

1/2 cup heavy cream

2 tablespoons tomato paste

1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning

1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

Salt and pepper to taste

For the Seafood:

1/2 lb cooked shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped

1/2 lb cooked crab meat, shredded

For the Garnish:

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Crusty bread or oyster crackers

Instructions:

1. Sauté the Aromatics:

In a large pot, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat.

Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened.

Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.

2. Build the Soup Base:

Stir in the tomato paste, seafood stock, Old Bay seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.

3. Add the Dairy:

Stir in the milk and heavy cream, allowing the soup to gently simmer for 5 minutes.

4. Add the Seafood:

Add the cooked shrimp and crab meat to the pot.

Simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes, letting the flavors meld together.

5. Serve:

Ladle the bisque into bowls.

Garnish each serving with grated Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, and a side of crusty bread or oyster crackers.

Enjoy this rich and creamy seafood bisque!