Rich and creamy bisque packed with crab, shrimp, and lobster—perfect for a special occasion!
1 lb lobster meat
½ lb shrimp, peeled & deveined
½ lb crab meat
4 tbsp butter
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 celery stalks, finely chopped
1 carrot, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 tbsp tomato paste
¼ cup all-purpose flour
4 cups seafood stock
1 cup dry white wine
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup half-and-half
1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
1 tsp paprika
¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
1 bay leaf
Salt & pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped
Lemon wedges, for serving
1. Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and carrot. Cook until soft.
2. Add garlic and tomato paste. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
3. Sprinkle flour and stir to form a roux.
4. Pour in white wine and simmer 2 minutes.
5. Add seafood stock, bay leaf, Old Bay, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Simmer 15 minutes.
6. Remove bay leaf. Blend until smooth.
7. Lower heat. Add cream, half-and-half, lobster, shrimp, and crab. Simmer 5-7 minutes.
8. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot with parsley and lemon wedges.
Use fresh seafood for best flavor.
Gently reheat leftovers to keep seafood tender.
Serve with crusty bread for dipping!