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She Crab Soup

Cultural Context

Originating from the coastal regions of the Southern United States, She Crab Soup is a rich and creamy dish traditionally made with blue crab meat and flavored with sherry. This dish is often served as a luxurious starter or main course, especially during special occasions. Its popularity has spread beyond the South, becoming a beloved comfort food in many parts of the U.S. today.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1/4 cup small diced onions
1/4 cup small diced celery
1/4 cup small diced carrots
butter
1 cup milk
1 cup heavy cream
salt
black pepper
crab meat

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

1

Melt butter in a large pot.

2

Add small diced onions, celery, and carrots; sauté until soft.

3

Add flour and stir to coat the vegetables.

4

Pour in 1 cup of milk and stir to remove lumps.

5

Add 1 cup of heavy cream and stir.

6

Let the mixture simmer for about 20 minutes.

7

Add about two pinches of salt and black pepper to taste.

8

Pour half of the mixture over the crab meat and save the other half for garnish.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmeringblending

Equipment Needed

large pot

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

milkshellfish

Also Known As

Crab BisqueCrab Chowder

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