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1 tablespoon olive oil Recipe

1 tablespoon olive oil Recipe
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This rich and creamy Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque is a luxurious and comforting soup packed with tender seafood, aromatic vegetables, and a velvety blend of cream and spices. Perfect for seafood lovers, this elegant bisque combines crab meat and shrimp with a flavorful base enhanced by tomato paste, garlic, and a hint of paprika and cayenne for subtle heat. It’s an ideal dish for special occasions or a warming meal any time of the year.

Ingredients

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Vegetables and Aromatics

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped carrot
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

Spices and Flavorings

  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Thickener

  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

Liquids

  • 4 cups seafood or chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons sherry (optional)

Seafood

  • 1/2 pound cooked crab meat, picked over for shells
  • 1/2 pound cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined, cut into bite-sized pieces

Garnish

  • Fresh herbs (such as parsley or chives) for garnish

Instructions

  1. Sauté the Vegetables: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, and carrot, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  2. Add Spices and Tomato Paste: Stir in the tomato paste, paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), and a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes to deepen the flavors.
  3. Incorporate Flour: Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir until fully incorporated. Cook for 1 more minute to remove the raw flour taste.
  4. Add Broth and Simmer: Gradually pour in the broth while stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and maintain a gentle simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. Puree the Soup: Use an immersion blender or a regular blender to puree the soup until smooth.
  6. Add Cream and Simmer: Stir in the heavy cream and simmer for 10 more minutes until slightly thickened.
  7. Add Seafood and Sherry: Add the crab meat and shrimp, and if using, the sherry. Cook for 5 minutes or until the seafood is heated through.
  8. Season and Serve: Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh herbs.

Notes

  • For a spicier bisque, increase the cayenne pepper according to your heat preference.
  • You can substitute seafood broth with chicken broth if seafood broth is not available.
  • Use fresh herbs like parsley or chives for a bright garnish that complements the richness of the bisque.
  • To make the bisque ahead, prepare the base and freeze before adding seafood; add seafood just before serving to keep texture fresh.
  • Sherry adds a nice depth of flavor but can be omitted to keep the recipe non-alcoholic.

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