Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque
Rich, velvety, and brimming with seafood flavor, this Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque is a luxurious dish perfect for special occasions or cozy evenings at home.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 360kcal
Equipment
- Large Heavy-Bottomed Saucepan
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 6 tablespoons Butter divided
- 1.5 medium Onions chopped
- 2.5 cups Potatoes diced
- 6 tablespoons Carrots cut into ribbons or thin slices
- 1 can Seafood Broth CAMPBELL’S® 30% less sodium
- 1 tablespoon Whipping Cream
- 0.5 cup Sherry
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
- 3 cans Crab Meat refrigerated pasteurized (or substitute with shrimp or lobster)
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add chopped onions, potatoes, and carrots. Cook for 5 minutes or until tender. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, melt the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter. Add flour and whisk constantly to form a roux, cooking until golden, about 5 minutes.
- Slowly pour in seafood broth while whisking to create a smooth base.
- Return the sautéed vegetables to the pan. Cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add whipping cream, sherry, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and crab meat. Stir well and simmer for 5 more minutes until heated through.
- Serve warm with crusty bread or oyster crackers.
Notes
For a smoother texture, blend the soup before adding seafood. Substitute crab with shrimp, lobster, or a mix. Add a dash of cayenne for a spicy kick.
Nutrition
Calories: 360kcal | Fat: 22g