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Best Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque Recipe

A rich and creamy seafood bisque made with tender shrimp, sweet lump crab meat, aromatic vegetables, and warm spices. This crab and shrimp seafood bisque is smooth, comforting, and perfect for cozy dinners or elegant entertaining.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 –6 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 stalk celery finely chopped
  • 1 small carrot grated
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups seafood stock or fish broth
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine or additional seafood stock
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup lump crab meat
  • 1 cup shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
  • Paprika for garnish

Method
 

  1. Melt the butter and olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the onion, garlic, celery, and grated carrot and sauté until softened and fragrant.
  3. Stir in the flour and cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring constantly, to form a roux.
  4. Gradually whisk in the seafood stock and white wine until smooth.
  5. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for a few minutes.
  6. Add smoked paprika, Old Bay seasoning, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
  7. Add the shrimp and cook until pink and opaque.
  8. Gently fold in the crab meat and simmer briefly.
  9. Reduce heat to low and stir in the heavy cream.
  10. Warm through without boiling.
  11. Ladle into bowls, garnish with parsley and paprika, and serve.

Notes

Do not boil after adding the cream to keep the bisque smooth and velvety. Use fresh seafood when possible for the best flavor.