Description

Get ready to indulge in a bowl of pure comfort with this Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque. This easy recipe is rich, creamy, and full of bold seafood flavor—perfect for a quick dinner, a cozy weekend lunch, or an elegant starter at your next gathering. Combining tender shrimp and sweet crab in a seasoned, velvety broth, it’s one of those dinner ideas that feels gourmet but is simple enough to make at home. Whether you’re after quick breakfast alternatives, healthy snack options, or easy dinner food ideas, this seafood bisque brings a restaurant-quality meal straight to your kitchen. Let the warmth and aroma wrap you up like a culinary hug, and enjoy every spoonful of this irresistible bowl.

Ingredients

Scale

1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined

1/2 pound lump crab meat

2 tablespoons butter

1 small onion, finely chopped

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 celery stalk, diced

1/4 cup all-purpose flour

3 cups seafood stock (or fish stock)

1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)

1/2 cup tomato paste

1 cup heavy cream

1/2 teaspoon paprika

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

Salt and black pepper, to taste

1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Juice of half a lemon

Instructions

In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and garlic. Sauté until soft, about 5–7 minutes.
Stir in the flour to create a roux, cooking for 2–3 minutes.
Slowly whisk in seafood stock, then add wine and tomato paste. Simmer for 10–15 minutes.
Season with paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Blend the soup using an immersion blender for smoothness, if desired.
Reduce heat, stir in heavy cream, shrimp, and crab. Simmer until shrimp are cooked through, about 5–7 minutes.
Add lemon juice and parsley. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot with extra parsley garnish.