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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
1/2 stick unsalted butter
1 onion
2 stalks celery
1/4 cup lobster base
1/4 cup flour
1 cup half and half
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 bay leaves
seasonings (not specified)
crab meat
cornstarch
water
garlic powder
parsley
French bread

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

1

Cut a loaf of French bread in half.

2

Make a garlic butter spread with softened unsalted butter, garlic powder, and parsley; spread over the bread.

3

Bake the bread in the oven at 350 degrees for about 10 minutes or until it looks ready.

4

Melt 1/2 stick of Kerrygold unsalted butter in a large pot.

5

Sauté diced onion and celery in the butter until softened.

6

Add 1/4 cup lobster base to the pot.

7

Sprinkle in 1/4 cup flour and cook for about 1 minute.

8

Whisk in 1 cup half and half and 1 cup heavy whipping cream to loosen the mixture.

9

Add 2 bay leaves and bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.

10

Scrape the sides of the pot to prevent sticking.

11

Taste the mixture and adjust seasonings as desired.

12

If the mixture is not thick enough, make a slurry with cornstarch and water to thicken it.

13

Add crab meat to the pot and fold it in gently to keep chunks intact.

14

Reserve some crab meat for garnish when plating.

15

Stir the soup to ensure smoothness before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmeringblending

Equipment Needed

large potwhiskoven

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

milkshellfish

Also Known As

Crab BisqueCrab Chowder

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