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Slow Cooker Seafood Bisque

Creamy Slow Cooker Seafood Bisque for Cozy Nights In

A comforting Slow Cooker Seafood Bisque blending lobster, crab, tomatoes, and herbs, perfect for cozy nights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 Whole Cooked Lobster Adds rich, briny depth
  • 1 cup Crab Meat Sweet, tender pieces
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For sautéing
  • 1 cup Celery Diced
  • 1 medium Red Onion Diced
  • 4 cups Vegetable Stock Flavorful broth
  • 2 tablespoons Butter For richness
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Wine Vinegar Adds brightness
  • 1 medium Shallot Minced
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
For the Tomatoes
  • 1 can Italian Style Tomatoes Adds acidity
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved
For the Seafood and Seasoning
  • 2 pieces Lobster Tails Reserved for finishing
  • 1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning Classic seafood flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes For heat
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Enhances savory notes
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Complements allium flavors
For the Creaminess
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Creates a silky texture
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Herbs (Chives, Parsley) For garnishing

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the lobster by cracking the shell and removing the meat, refrigerating it until ready to use.
  2. Sauté lobster shells in olive oil with salt and pepper for 2 minutes, then add diced celery and red onion until softened.
  3. Pour in vegetable stock, simmer for 10 minutes, and strain the broth to remove the shells.
  4. Add butter to the skillet, melt, and stir in rice wine vinegar, garlic, and shallots, cooking for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Pour the aromatic broth into the slow cooker with sautéed mixture, tomatoes, and seasonings. Cook on low for 5 hours.
  6. Stir in reserved lobster tails for the final 30 minutes of cooking.
  7. Chop lobster meat and crab, and stir into the bisque with cream and chives before serving.
  8. Ladle into bowls, garnish with parsley and Parmesan, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 28gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight before reheating.

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