Best 2 Crab And Shrimp Soup Recipes

Crab and shrimp soup is a classic seafood dish that is both delicious and nutritious. Made with a flavorful broth, tender crab and succulent shrimp, this soup is sure to please everyone at your table. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special dish for a gathering of friends and family, crab and shrimp soup is the perfect choice. In this article, we will explore some of the best recipes for crab and shrimp soup, so that you can find the one that best suits your taste and cooking skills.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

SPICY CRAB AND SHRIMP SOUP

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A robust seafood soup from the Robert Morris Inn. Accompany this soup with crusty bread for a satisfying meal.

Provided by mjmurr

Categories Crab

Time 40m

Yield 8 cups, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

6 tablespoons butter sticks (3/4)
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup celery
4 (8 ounce) bottles clam juice
14 ounces diced tomatoes with juice
1 1/2 cups tomato juice
2 tablespoons dry sherry
1/4 cup pearl barley
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce (Tabasco )
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 lb uncooked medium shrimp, peeled deveined
1/2 lb crabmeat (picked over )

Steps:

Melt butter in heavy saucepan over meduium-high heat.
add onion and celery ,.
saute' until tender ,about 6 minutes.
Add clam juice , tomatoes with their jucies and sherry.
Bring to a boil.
Add next 8 ingredients.
Simmer until barley is tender ,stirring often about 25 minutes.
Add seafood to soup, simmer until shrimp are cooked through, about 3 minutes.
season with salt and pepper.
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Nutrition Facts : Calories 408.9, Fat 3.2, SaturatedFat 0.5, Cholesterol 196.6, Sodium 2025.6, Carbohydrate 50.5, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 16.5, Protein 37.9

CRAB AND SHRIMP SOUP

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This creamy soup is not only quick and easy to throw together, but it is so good. Full of shrimp and big sweet lumps of crab, the flavor combinations are great! The seasonings are spot-on and the slight hint of lemon from the zest pulls it all together. This soup will be great a cool crisp evening or even a special occasion.

Provided by Julianne Frazier

Categories Seafood Appetizers

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 c water
1/2 c chopped onion
1 Tbsp Old Bay seasoning
1/2 tsp thyme, leaves
1/2 tsp marjoram
dash white pepper
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined and cut up
1 lb jumbo lump crab meat
2 can(s) cream of chicken soup
2 can(s) half and half from soup can
2 Tbsp sherry
2 tsp lemon zest, grated

Steps:

1. In a soup pot/Dutch oven, combine water, onions, and all seasonings. Heat to a boil then reduce heat to low; simmer for 10 min.
2. Add shrimp, simmer 10 more min.
3. Stir in soup.
4. Add 1/2 and 1/2...
5. ... crab meat, and sherry and lemon zest. Heat through.
6. Ladle into bowls and serve with crust bread. makes 4 servings or 6 cups.

Tips:

Use fresh seafood: Fresh crab and shrimp will give your soup the best flavor. If you can't find fresh seafood, frozen seafood is a good option.
Don't overcook the seafood: Overcooked seafood is tough and chewy. Cook the crab and shrimp just until they are opaque and cooked through.
Use a variety of vegetables: Vegetables add flavor, color, and texture to the soup. Use a variety of vegetables, such as carrots, celery, onions, and potatoes.
Use a flavorful broth: The broth is the base of the soup, so it's important to use a flavorful broth. You can use chicken broth, vegetable broth, or seafood broth.
Season the soup to taste: Season the soup with salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice or a splash of sherry to brighten the flavors.

Conclusion:

Crab and shrimp soup is a delicious and easy-to-make soup that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover crab and shrimp. With a few simple tips, you can make a crab and shrimp soup that is sure to please everyone at your table.