Indulge in the rich and luxurious flavors of this Creamy Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque. This comforting soup is a seafood lover’s dream, featuring succulent crab meat and tender shrimp enveloped in a velvety, creamy broth. Perfect for a cozy dinner or an elegant starter, this bisque will impress with its depth of flavor and silky texture.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 lb (225 g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 lb (225 g) lump crab meat (fresh or canned, picked over for shells)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
- 1 small carrot, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) dry white wine
- 4 cups (950 ml) seafood stock or fish broth
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) whole milk
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for added heat)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 1/4 cup chives, chopped (for garnish)
- Crusty bread or oyster crackers (for serving)