Seafood Bisque (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1/2 lb Cooked Shrimp (peeled, deveined, and chopped).
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1/2 lb Cooked Crab Meat (shells removed).
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1 tbsp Olive Oil.
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1/4 cup Celery (finely chopped).
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1/4 cup Carrot (finely chopped).
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1/2 cup Onion (finely chopped).
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2 Garlic Cloves (minced).
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1 tsp Paprika.
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1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper (optional, for spice).
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1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour.
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2 tbsp Tomato Paste.
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4 cups Seafood or Chicken Broth.
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1 cup Heavy Cream.
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2 tbsp Sherry (optional).
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Salt and Black Pepper (to taste).
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Fresh Herbs (parsley, chives, or dill for garnish).
# Instructions:
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Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté celery, carrot, and onion for 5 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
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Stir in tomato paste, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes to caramelize and bloom the spices.
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Sprinkle flour over the vegetables, stirring for 2 minutes. Gradually whisk in the broth to avoid lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
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Simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the bisque thickens. Add sherry if desired.
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Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir in heavy cream, followed by chopped shrimp and crab meat. Cook for 5 minutes until the seafood is heated through.
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Season the bisque with salt and black pepper to taste. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve hot with crusty bread.
# Notes:
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Creamy Crab and Shrimp Seafood Bisque combines tender shrimp, sweet crab, and a rich seasoned broth for a luxurious seafood dish.
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Perfect for dinner parties, special occasions, or as a comforting meal, this bisque pairs wonderfully with crusty bread or a side salad.
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Customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of cayenne pepper.