Fisher Recipe
Jumbo Lump Crabmeat, Basil Shallot Cream Reduction
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Shallot Cream Reduction
In a saucepan, heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the chopped shallots and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- 2
Add Cream and Basil
Pour in the heavy cream, add salt and black pepper, and bring to a gentle simmer. Let it reduce for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the fresh basil leaves and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- 3
Incorporate Crabmeat
Gently fold in the jumbo lump crabmeat into the cream reduction, being careful not to break apart the crab. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the crab is heated through.
- 4
Finish the Sauce
Remove from heat and stir in the remaining tablespoon of butter until melted and the sauce is smooth.
- 5
Serve
Serve the crab and basil shallot cream reduction warm over your choice of pasta or alongside crusty bread.
