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Creamy Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque

A luxurious bowl of creamy seafood bisque featuring succulent crab and shrimp, perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: French, Seafood
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb crab meat (preferably lump)
  • 1 lb shrimp (peeled and deveined)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 4 cups seafood stock (or chicken stock)
  • 1 medium onion (chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • for garnish fresh parsley

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Deglazing and Simmering
  1. Pour in the dry white wine, allowing it to simmer and reduce for about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Add seafood or chicken stock, stirring well to combine. Bring it to a gentle simmer.
Adding Seafood
  1. Add in the crab meat and shrimp, stirring to mix.
  2. Let it gently simmer for about 5-7 minutes, just until the shrimp are cooked through and opaque.
Finalizing the Bisque
  1. Slowly stir in the heavy cream, allowing it to heat through.
  2. Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting the flavors as desired.
Serving
  1. Ladle the bisque into bowls and top with fresh parsley for garnish.
  2. Enjoy your delectable creation!

Notes

For the best results, use fresh seafood when possible. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.