Maryland Crab Soup Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Sauté the Vegetables

   In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, celery, and carrots. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

2. 2

   Add Garlic and Tomatoes

   Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Then add the diced tomatoes (with their juices) and mix well.

3. 3

   Combine Broth and Seasonings

   Pour in the chicken broth and add the Old Bay seasoning, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.

4. 4

   Simmer the Soup

   Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

5. 5

   Add Crab Meat

   Gently fold in the fresh crab meat and let it heat through for about 5 minutes.

6. 6

   Finish the Soup

   Remove the bay leaves and stir in the chopped parsley and lemon juice. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

7. 7

   Serve

   Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.