Ingredients:
2 tablespoons butter 🥖
1 medium onion, diced 🍠
3 cloves garlic, minced 💡
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined 🦐
1/2 cup all-purpose flour 🌾
1 cup fish stock 🐟
1/2 cup heavy cream ❄️
1 teaspoon paprika ❗️
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper ❗️
1/2 teaspoon salt 💸
1/4 teaspoon black pepper ❗️
1/2 cup jumbo lump crab meat 🦀
Fresh parsley, chopped (optional) 🌿
Preparation Steps:
1️⃣ Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. 🍠
2️⃣ Add shrimp; cook until pink, about 2-3 minutes. 🦐
3️⃣ Sprinkle flour; cook for 1 minute. 🌾
4️⃣ Gradually add fish stock, whisking continuously. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes. 🐟
5️⃣ Stir in heavy cream, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 2-3 minutes or until slightly thickened. ❄️
6️⃣ Stir in crab meat; cook until heated through. 🦀
7️⃣ Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot, garnished with parsley if desired. 🌿
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Notes and Tips:
Use high-quality fish stock for the best flavor.
Don't overcook the shrimp or crab meat.
Adjust the level of spiciness to your liking.
Serve with crusty bread or crackers for a satisfying meal.
You can also add other seafood like mussels or scallops to the bisque.
