Indulgent Crab Soup Recipe: Your New Coastal Comfort Classic
Indulge in the comforting flavors of our Indulgent Crab Soup Recipe: Your New Coastal Comfort Classic. This creamy seafood soup is a delightful blend of fresh vegetables, succulent lump crab meat, and a rich broth, making it the perfect dish for cozy evenings, family gatherings, or special occasions. With its luxurious texture and savory flavors, this easy-to-make soup will impress your guests while satisfying your cravings for coastal cuisine. Enjoy it with crusty bread or a light salad for a complete meal that’s sure to become a favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Coastal
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 chopped onion
- 2 stalks celery
- 1 medium carrot
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup half-and-half or heavy cream
- 1 pound lump crab meat
- 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 whole lemon wedges
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter with olive oil. Add the onion, celery, carrot, and garlic; sauté until tender (about 5 minutes).
- Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir continuously for about 2 minutes. Gradually mix in the chicken broth until smooth.
- Stir in half-and-half or heavy cream along with Old Bay seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer gently for 10 minutes.
- Gently fold in the lump crab meat and cook for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.
- Serve in bowls garnished with fresh parsley and accompanied by lemon wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg