Description
Indulge in the comforting embrace of She-Crab Soup, a luxurious Southern dish that warms both heart and soul. This creamy concoction features tender crab meat paired with aromatic vegetables, creating a delightful blend of flavors that is perfect for any dining occasion. Whether served as an elegant appetizer at a dinner party or enjoyed as a cozy family meal, this rich soup is sure to impress. The velvety texture and savory notes make it not only satisfying but also nourishing, ideal for satisfying those comfort food cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup dry apple juice, divided
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 2 cups seafood stock
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon Creole seasoning
- 1 tablespoon bouillon powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon white pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 pound crab meat
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Kosher salt to taste
Instructions
- Sauté the onion, garlic, and celery in melted butter and olive oil until softened.
- Deglaze the pan with dry apple juice; cook until reduced.
- Add flour to create a paste; sauté briefly.
- Whisk in seafood stock along with seasonings and bring to a boil.
- Simmer until slightly thickened.
- Stir in lemon juice, heavy cream, and half of the crab meat; simmer until thickened.
- Serve topped with remaining crab meat and garnish with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 80mg