Very Easy Seafood Bisque
Indulge in the rich, velvety comfort of this Very Easy Seafood Bisque—a decadent yet approachable dish that brings the flavors of the ocean straight to your table. Perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions, this bisque features tender chunks of lump crab meat and shrimp swimming in a creamy, tomato-infused broth seasoned with Old Bay and a touch of paprika. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a quick 25-minute cook, this recipe delivers gourmet results with minimal effort. Serve it hot, garnished with fresh parsley and paired with crusty bread or a crisp green salad for an elegant, seafood-forward meal that's sure to impress. Whether you're a seafood lover or just looking to elevate your soup repertoire, this bisque is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 cups seafood or fish stock
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup lump crab meat (cooked)
- 1 cup shrimp (peeled, deveined, and chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Sprinkle in the flour and stir continuously for 2 minutes to make a roux.
Slowly pour in the seafood or fish stock while whisking to prevent lumps.
Add the tomato paste and stir until completely incorporated.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the heavy cream and let it heat through for 2-3 minutes.
Add the crab meat and chopped shrimp, allowing them to heat through for about 5 minutes.
Season with Old Bay seasoning, salt, pepper, and paprika. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Remove the pot from heat and use an immersion blender to lightly blend the bisque if a smoother texture is desired (optional).
Ladle the bisque into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
Serve hot with crusty bread or a light salad on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2402 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 174.4 g | 224% | |
| Saturated Fat | 99.3 g | 496% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1118 mg | 373% | |
| Sodium | 5935 mg | 258% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.3 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.4 g | ||
| Protein | 134.3 g | 269% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 426 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 2145 mg | 46% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
