Here's a delicious Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque recipe
Here's a delicious Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque recipe:
*Ingredients:*
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 pound crab meat
- 2 cups fish stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
*Instructions:*
1. *Sauté*: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and garlic. Cook until tender.
2. *Add seafood*: Add shrimp and crab meat. Cook until shrimp are pink.
3. *Add stock and cream*: Pour in fish stock and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer.
4. *Season*: Add paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper.
5. *Blend*: Use an immersion blender to puree the bisque until smooth.
6. *Serve*: Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley (if desired).
*Tips:*
- *Use fresh seafood*: Freshness matters in this recipe.
- *Don't overcook*: Cook shrimp until pink to avoid toughness.
- *Adjust seasoning*: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Enjoy your delicious Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque!
