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Indulgent Seafood Bisque

Discover the ultimate Indulgent Seafood Bisque, a creamy and luxurious blend of crab, shrimp, and lobster. Perfect for special occasions and easy to make.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup onion, finely chopped
  • 1 cup celery, diced
  • 1 cup carrots, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups seafood stock or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup white wine (optional)
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional) for spice
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 lb crab meat
  • 1 lb cooked lobster meat, chopped
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • to taste fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, celery, and carrots; sauté for about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
  4. Add tomato paste, paprika, and cayenne pepper; stir well.
  5. Pour in white wine and let it simmer for 2 minutes.
  6. Sprinkle in flour and stir continuously for 1-2 minutes.
  7. Slowly add seafood stock while stirring to avoid lumps; bring to a simmer.
  8. Let the mixture cook for 10-15 minutes until thickened.
  9. Stir in shrimp, crab, and lobster; cook for 5-7 minutes until shrimp are pink.
  10. Reduce heat, gently stir in heavy cream, and simmer for another 5 minutes.
  11. Stir in butter, adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, and serve garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 32gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh, high-quality seafood for the best flavor. Don't overcook the seafood; shrimp and lobster need only a few minutes. For a smoother bisque, use an immersion blender to puree some vegetables after sautéing. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. When reheating, add a little water or broth if the bisque is too thick.
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