Jul 14 2026
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Crab Bisque Recipe

Inspired by Wonder Bar
Time1h
Serves4

(Local Favorite)

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Crab and Cream Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Sauté the Base Vegetables

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced shallots and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until they are translucent.

  2. 2

    Add Garlic and Other Vegetables

    Stir in the minced garlic, celery, and carrots. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until softened.

  3. 3

    Incorporate Tomato Paste

    Mix in the tomato paste and cook for another 2 minutes, stirring frequently to blend with the vegetables.

  4. 4

    Pour in the Stock

    Add the fish or seafood stock and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and add the bay leaves and dried thyme.

Cooking the Bisque

  1. 5

    Simmer the Base

    Let the mixture simmer for 25-30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

  2. 6

    Add Crab and Cream

    Stir in the lump crab meat and heavy cream. Allow the bisque to return to a gentle simmer.

  3. 7

    Season to Taste

    Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Adjust seasoning according to preference.

  4. 8

    Finish and Serve

    Remove the bay leaves before serving. Ladle the bisque into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve hot.

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