Description
This Crab And Shrimp Seafood Bisque is a rich and creamy soup featuring fresh crab meat and shrimp enhanced with plant-based cream, aromatic spices, and a flavorful vegetable base. Quick to prepare and perfectly comforting, it offers a restaurant-quality seafood delight ideal for chilly evenings or any time you crave a nourishing, luxurious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood
- 250g fresh crab meat
- 200g fresh shrimp, peeled
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 medium carrots, finely chopped
- 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Flavor Enhancers
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste (natural)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Liquids and Texture
- 4 cups vegetable stock
- 1 cup plant-based cream
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
Seasonings and Garnish
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for sautéing)
Instructions
- Prepare the Aromatics: Finely chop the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the chopped vegetables until soft and fragrant, forming a flavorful base for the bisque.
- Build the Base: Stir in tomato paste (natural), smoked paprika, and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce. Toast the mixture for about one minute to release the aromas. Add vegetable stock and apple cider vinegar, then bring to a simmer. Let it cook gently for 15 minutes to deepen the flavors.
- Blend and Thicken: Using an immersion blender or transferring carefully to a blender, puree the soup until smooth. Return the blended soup to the pot and stir in the natural gelling agent gradually. Allow it to cook gently until the bisque reaches a luscious, creamy consistency.
- Cook the Seafood: Add the fresh crab meat and peeled shrimp to the bisque. Cook just until the shrimp turns pink and opaque and the crab is warmed through, being careful not to overcook to maintain tenderness.
- Finish with Plant-Based Cream: Reduce the heat to low and stir in the plant-based cream to impart a smooth and velvety texture. Adjust seasoning with salt and freshly ground black pepper to your preference. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving hot.
Notes
- Use the freshest seafood possible for the best flavor and texture.
- Add seafood at the final stage to prevent a rubbery texture.
- Incorporate the natural gelling agent slowly to control the bisque’s thickness.
- Use fresh vegetable stock to enhance the base without overpowering.
- Blend carefully to achieve a silky smooth texture without over-processing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Crab bisque, Shrimp soup, Seafood bisque, Creamy bisque, Plant-based cream soup, Gluten free seafood soup
