Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMiss Shirley's Cafe, Inner HarborSignature Maryland Crab Soup Recipe

Signature Maryland Crab Soup Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Experience the rich flavors of our Signature Maryland Crab Soup, a delightful blend of sweet crab meat, savory spices, and fresh vegetables simmered to perfection.

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Ingredients

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Soup Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a large pot, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion, celery, and red bell pepper, and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute.

  2. 2

    Add Liquids

    Pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes (with their juices) into the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil.

  3. 3

    Season the Soup

    Add Old Bay seasoning, black pepper, and bay leaves. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 20 minutes.

  4. 4

    Incorporate Crab Meat

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

  5. 5

    Finish with Cream

    Remove the bay leaves and stir in the heavy cream. Allow the soup to warm through for another 2-3 minutes. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

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