Description
This luxurious seafood bisque combines tender shrimp, crab, and lobster in a creamy, well-seasoned broth. Enhanced with aromatic vegetables, Old Bay seasoning, and a smooth roux, this dish is both comforting and elegant, ideal for cozy nights in or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 lb lump crab meat
- 1/2 lb lobster meat, chopped
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups seafood or chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Aromatics: In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, sautéing until softened (3-4 minutes).
- Make the Roux: Stir in the flour, cooking for 1-2 minutes until well-combined with the butter mixture.
- Add Liquids: Gradually pour in the broth, stirring to prevent lumps, followed by the heavy cream. Season with Old Bay, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add Seafood: Add the shrimp, crab, and lobster meat, cooking for another 5-7 minutes until the shrimp are pink.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls, garnish with parsley, and serve hot with crusty bread.
Notes
- Substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter version.
- Avoid overcooking seafood to prevent toughness.
- Use fresh or canned seafood for convenience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, French-inspired
Nutrition
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 180mg