Description
Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of She-Crab Soup, a classic Southern delicacy that warms the soul. This creamy soup features tender crabmeat immersed in a luxurious broth, perfect for any occasion—be it an elegant dinner party or a cozy night in. The combination of fresh herbs and seasonings elevates its presentation, making it sure to impress family and friends alike. Easy to prepare, this delightful dish can be on your table in less than an hour, allowing you to savor every spoonful of its decadent goodness.
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
- ½ teaspoon white pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 pound crab meat
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Kosher salt (to taste)
Instructions
- In a large heavy-bottomed saucepan, melt butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion, minced garlic, and diced celery; sauté until softened.
- Deglaze with dry apple juice and let reduce for 2 minutes.
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture and whisk until combined; sauté for an additional minute.
- Gradually whisk in seafood stock along with bay leaf, Creole seasoning, bouillon powder, cayenne, and white pepper.
- Bring to a boil then reduce heat; simmer for 10–12 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in lemon juice, heavy cream, and half of the crab meat; simmer for another 5–8 minutes.
- Serve warm garnished with remaining crab meat and fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg