Description
Indulge in a luxurious Seafood Bisque loaded with succulent crab, shrimp, and lobster, all simmered in a rich and creamy broth. This elegant dish is perfect for special occasions or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 lb lump crab meat
- 1/2 lb lobster meat, chopped
Other Ingredients:
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups seafood or chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup white wine (optional)
- 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Saute Aromatics: In a large pot, melt butter and saute onion and garlic until fragrant.
- Add Flour: Stir in flour and cook for a few minutes to create a roux.
- Add Broth and Cream: Gradually pour in broth and cream, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
- Simmer: Add seafood, wine, and seasonings. Simmer gently until seafood is cooked through.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- You can customize the seafood selection based on your preferences or availability.
- For a thicker bisque, adjust the amount of flour used in the recipe.
- Feel free to add a splash of sherry or brandy for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg