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Seafood Bisque

A delicious and creamy soup that brings the flavors of the ocean to your table, perfect for special occasions or a cozy night in.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: French, Seafood
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Seafood
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined Use fresh or thawed frozen shrimp
  • 1 lb crab meat Can substitute with lobster or scallops for variation
Liquids
  • 4 cups seafood stock Homemade or store-bought
  • 1 cup heavy cream Adjust based on desired creaminess
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine Sauvignon Blanc or Chardonnay recommended
Vegetables
  • 1 medium onion, diced Adds flavor to the base
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Enhances the soup's aroma
Fats & Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons butter For sautéing the onion and garlic
  • to taste salt and pepper Adjust based on preference

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté until they are translucent.
  3. Pour in the white wine and let it simmer for a few minutes.
Cooking
  1. Add the seafood stock and bring the mixture to a boil.
  2. Reduce the heat and stir in the shrimp and crab meat, cooking until the shrimp turn opaque.
  3. Mix in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
Serving
  1. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper for heat. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze for longer storage. Thaw overnight before reheating.