How to Make Crabmeat Bisque Made Easy - A Step-by-Step Guide

Crabmeat bisque is a classic and elegant soup that is perfect for special occasions or a cozy night in. This creamy and flavorful dish has long been a favorite in the world of gourmet cuisine. While it may seem like a daunting task to make, this recipe for crabmeat bisque is actually quite simple and easy to prepare.

With just a handful of ingredients and a few simple steps, you can create a delicious and impressive dish that will surely impress your family and friends. Whether you ar...

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Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • ½ cup diced celery
  • ¼ cup minced onion
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)
  • ¼ teaspoon ground thyme
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground white pepper
  • ¼ cup rice flour
  • 1 cup seafood stock, or more as needed
  • 1 pint half-and-half
  • 1 pint heavy whipping cream
  • ½ cup milk (Optional)
  • 2 cups cooked crabmeat

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Spray a stockpot with cooking spray.
  • Melt butter in the prepared stockpot over medium heat; cook and stir celery, onion, paprika, seafood seasoning, thyme, salt, and white pepper until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Whisk flour into vegetable mixture until smooth and dissolved. Pour seafood stock over vegetable mixture.
  • Mix half-and-half, cream, and milk into broth mixture; decrease heat and simmer until bisque is thickened, about 15 minutes. Add crabmeat and simmer bisque until crabmeat is heated through, about 5 minutes more.
  • Nutrition

    542 cal.

    • Total Fat: 47g
    • Saturated Fat: 29g
    • Cholesterol: 195mg
    • Sodium: 459mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 14g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 17g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 211mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 500mg