How to Make Creamy Shrimp and Crab Bisque - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like a warm, creamy bowl of seafood bisque to satisfy your cravings on a chilly evening. And when it comes to bisque, it's hard to beat the rich and decadent flavors of shrimp and crab. This Creamy Shrimp and Crab Bisque recipe is a luxurious and indulgent dish that will impress even the most discerning seafood lovers.

Combining the sweet and delicate flavors of shrimp and crab with the velvety texture of a creamy bisque, this recipe is a surefire way to bring a ...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon white pepper
  • 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
  • 1 ½ cups half-and-half cream
  • ½ pound medium shrimp - peeled and deveined
  • ½ pound pre-cooked crab meat
  • ½ cup white wine

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • In a large saucepan, melt butter over a low heat. Stir in flour, salt, white pepper, bouillon granules, and onion. Blend 3/4 cup half-and-half cream into the mixture. Mix in shrimp and crab meat. Turn the temperature to medium heat and continue stirring until the mixture thickens.
  • Blend the remaining half-and-half cream and wine into the mixture. Serve and enjoy!
  • Nutrition

    219 cal.

    • Total Fat: 12g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 110mg
    • Sodium: 771mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 6g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 17g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 111mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 273mg