HOW TO MAKE CRAB AND SHRIMP SEAFOOD BISQUE
When I cooked shrimp and crab soup for the very first time, I was filled with dread. Since I had never dealt with seafood before, I was unsure of whether or not I was doing the tasks correctly. But everything worked out well! The shrimp contributed a little sweetness to the bisque, while the crab brought a hint of brininess to the dish. The bisque was creamy and full of flavor.
Since that moment, I must have prepared shrimp and crab bisque fifty or sixty times. Everyone in my family and among my acquaintances like it very much. Several of them have even said that it is superior to the bisques that they have had at restaurants.
This recipe for shrimp and crab bisque is just what you need to satisfy your need for a rich and flavorful seafood soup whenever you have the hankering for it. It is simple to prepare and the whole time required, beginning to end, is just approximately 35 minutes. In addition to this, it is an excellent method for making use of any shrimp or crab flesh that has been left over from a previous meal. Thus, give this soup a go today - your loved ones will really like it!
A bowl of opulent crab and shrimp soup will transport you to a tropical paradise and give you the feeling that you're on vacation. The most exciting part? Making it at your kitchen is a simple process. Just follow the instructions below to make this delicious seafood soup in your own home tonight.
THE INGREDIENTS LIST:
4 large spoons.Of softened Butter.
⅓ Cup.Of chopped Celery.
A medium chopped Green onion.
1½ Cups.Of Heavy whipping cream.
2 Cups.Of Whole milk.
3 large spoons.Of Flour
1 large spoon.Of Tomato paste
Cooked shrimp cut into pieces; I used 8 ounces.
Crab meat; I used 8-ounces.
1 small spoon.Of Old Bay seasoning.
Salt and pepper to season.
PREPARATION:
Step 1
On the stovetop, bring the butter to a simmer in a saucepan over medium heat. Then, put the green onions and celery in the pan and cook them over medium heat until they start to soften. After stirring in the flour, continue to sauté the mixture for one more minute.
Step 2
Warm the milk in the microwave for a few seconds before pouring it into the pot. Whisk to blend fully until all lumps are gone.
Step 3
Combine the heavy whipping cream, tomato paste, Old Bay seasoning, and salt and pepper to taste in a mixing bowl using a whisk.
Step 4
Bring to a simmer and continue cooking until the bisque reaches the desired consistency. Mix in the crab meat and shrimp, then continue cooking until everything is hot throughout. Serve with a sprinkling of fresh chopped parsley on top.
