Creamy Crab Soup

Dive into a bowl of pure coastal decadence with this Creamy Crab Soup, a comforting blend of fresh crab meat, aromatic vegetables, and rich heavy cream seasoned to perfection with classic Old Bay. This luxurious soup starts with a savory base of sautéed onions, carrots, and celery, thickened with a touch of flour for the perfect creamy texture. Infused with the delicate flavors of garlic, a hint of bay leaf, and a luscious seafood broth, this soup is elevated by tender chunks of crab meat that bring a sweet, ocean-fresh taste to every spoonful. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and ready in under an hour, this dish is the ultimate seafood indulgence that's both elegant and easy to prepare. Perfect as a starter or a meal on its own, this crab soup will warm both your heart and your taste buds.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 16 oz fresh crab meat
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium carrot, finely chopped
• 1 stalk celery, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 4 cups seafood or chicken broth
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the vegetables. Finely chop the onion, carrot, and celery. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 2

In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery, and saute for about 5 minutes until the vegetables become soft and translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the all-purpose flour, ensuring to coat the vegetables. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.

Step 5

Gradually add the seafood or chicken broth to the pot, stirring constantly to ensure the mixture is smooth and lump-free.

Step 6

Add the heavy cream, bay leaf, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Gently fold in the fresh crab meat, being careful not to break it up too much. Allow the soup to simmer for an additional 5 minutes until the crab is heated through.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaf from the pot before serving.

Step 10

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Step 11

Serve hot and enjoy the creamy, flavorful goodness of crab soup!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2184.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2647.4

Total Fat 217.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 125.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 844.1mg	0%
Sodium 9920.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 35.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.2g	0%
Total Sugars 10.0g
Protein 101.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 633.3mg	0%
Iron 6.8mg	0%
Potassium 2148.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 78.1%

Protein: 16.2%

Carbs: 5.7%