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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 cup water
2 cups Cajun Trinity (bell peppers)
1 pound white crab meat
4 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
1 pint heavy cream
1/2 cup white cooking wine
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
lemon zest
2 tablespoons egg yolks
shredded seaside cheddar
chopped green onions
1 ear of fresh sweet corn
asparagus tips

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

1

Boil 1 cup of salted water.

2

Prepare asparagus stalks cut into 1-inch pieces on a diagonal.

3

Cut corn off the cob from 1 ear of fresh sweet corn.

4

Heat extra virgin olive oil in a 6-quart pot.

5

Add 2 cups of Cajun Trinity and sauté for 6-8 minutes until firm.

6

Add 1 tablespoon of garlic and continue cooking.

7

Break up 1 pound of white crab meat, checking for shells.

8

Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in the pot.

9

Add 4 tablespoons of all-purpose flour to make a white roux, stirring for about 1 minute.

10

Slowly add in 2 cups of milk and 1 pint of heavy cream, stirring until thickened for 8-10 minutes.

11

Add in the Cajun Trinity, Worcestershire sauce, lemon zest, and seasonings.

12

Incorporate 2 tablespoons of egg yolks to replace crab eggs.

13

Add 1/2 cup of white cooking wine and blend well.

14

Let sit for 3 minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmeringblending

Equipment Needed

6-quart potwooden spoon

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

milkshellfish

Also Known As

Crab BisqueCrab Chowder

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