Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh crab meat
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 cups seafood stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Step 2: Pour in the seafood stock and bring to a gentle simmer. Add the Old Bay seasoning and stir well to combine.
- Step 3: Add the shrimp to the pot and cook for about 3-4 minutes until they turn pink and are cooked through. Then, gently fold in the crab meat.
- Step 4: Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream. Let the mixture simmer for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Step 5: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy your creamy bisque!
Notes
- For optimal freshness, store any leftover bisque in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- When reheating, gently warm the bisque over low heat on the stove, stirring frequently to prevent separation and maintain its creamy texture.
- Serve the bisque with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a side of crusty bread or garlic toast for a delightful meal experience.
- For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a splash of lemon juice or a dash of hot sauce just before serving to enhance the seafood's natural sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Protein: 4g