Few dishes feel as luxurious and soul-warming as a bowl of seafood bisque. Creamy, silky, and full of ocean flavor, a well-made bisque is a showstopper whether served as a starter for a holiday dinner or as the centerpiece of a cozy weekend meal. This Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque brings together two stars of the sea—succulent shrimp and sweet, delicate crab—in a velvety broth that balances richness with freshness. Here’s how you can make it at home.
Ingredients You’ll Need
The magic of bisque lies in layering flavors. Here’s what you’ll need:
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2 tablespoons butter
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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2 celery stalks, finely chopped
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1 carrot, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for thickening)
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4 cups seafood stock (or chicken stock, if unavailable)
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1 cup heavy cream
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½ cup dry white wine (optional, for depth)
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½ pound shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped
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½ pound lump crabmeat (fresh or canned, drained well)
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1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning (or paprika, if preferred)
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½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for a little kick)
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Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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Fresh parsley or chives, chopped, for garnish
Step-by-Step Instructions
