Description
Seafood Bisque with Crab, Shrimp, and Lobster is a luxurious, creamy soup that brings the taste of the ocean right to your table. This elegant dish combines tender crab, succulent shrimp, and rich lobster in a velvety base of aromatic vegetables and heavy cream. Perfect for special occasions or cozy dinners at home, this bisque is sure to impress your guests with its rich flavors and delightful textures.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup crab meat (fresh or canned)
- 1 cup large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 1 cup lobster meat (freshly cooked or thawed from frozen)
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add crab meat, shrimp, and lobster; cook for about 10 minutes until seafood is tender.
- Reduce heat to low; slowly stir in heavy cream without boiling.
- Squeeze lemon juice into the bisque; season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
Keywords: You can substitute seafood based on availability—scallops or clams work well too. For added flavor, consider adding a dash of cayenne pepper or a splash of sherry. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently over low heat.