A luxurious, creamy bisque loaded with tender shrimp and sweet crab meat, infused with garlic, herbs, and a touch of spice. Perfect for special dinners or cozy nights.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
🔹 Seafood
- 250g shrimp, peeled & deveined
- 200g crab meat (lump or claw)
🔹 Base
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
🔹 Liquids
- 3 cups seafood stock (or chicken broth)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup milk
🔹 Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt & black pepper to taste
🔹 Thickener
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
🔹 Finish
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Fresh parsley for garnish
🍳 Equipment
- Large pot
- Blender (optional for smooth texture)
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
🔸 Step 1: Sauté Aromatics
- Melt butter in a pot over medium heat
- Add onion and cook until soft
- Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds
🔸 Step 2: Build Flavor
- Add tomato paste and cook 1–2 minutes
- Stir in flour and cook another minute
🔸 Step 3: Add Liquids
- Slowly whisk in seafood stock
- Bring to a gentle simmer
🔸 Step 4: Blend (Optional)
- For a smooth bisque: blend mixture until silky
- Return to pot
🔸 Step 5: Add Seafood
- Add shrimp and cook 3–4 minutes
- Stir in crab meat
🔸 Step 6: Creamy Finish
- Add cream and milk
- Season with paprika, cayenne, thyme, salt, pepper
🔸 Step 7: Final Touch
- Stir in lemon juice
- Simmer gently (do NOT boil)
🔸 Step 8: Serve
- Garnish with parsley
- Serve hot
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- With crusty bread or garlic toast
- As a starter for seafood dinners
- Pair with salad or light pasta
💡 Pro Tips
✔ Don’t overcook shrimp—they turn rubbery
✔ Blend for classic silky bisque texture
✔ Use good-quality stock for best flavor
✔ Add a splash of white wine for depth
🔄 Variations
🍷 Wine-Infused
Add ¼ cup white wine before stock
🌶️ Spicy Cajun
Add Cajun seasoning
🧄 Garlic Lover’s
Increase garlic
🦞 Luxury Upgrade
Add lobster meat
❓ FAQs
Can I use frozen seafood?
Yes—thaw and pat dry first.
How to store?
Refrigerate up to 3 days.
Can I freeze it?
Cream-based soups may separate slightly, but still usable.
⚖️ Approx. Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~320–400
- Protein: ~22g
- Fat: ~22g
- Carbs: ~10g