Creamy Lump Crab Soup
This creamy crab soup brings warm, coastal flavor to your table with bright lemon, sweet lump crab, and rich cream for a cozy meal.
Ingredients
Soup Base
- 2 tablespoons Butter Adds richness and flavor.
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Helps sauté vegetables.
- 1 chopped Onion Provides sweetness.
- 2 stalks Celery Contributes fresh flavor.
- 1 medium Carrot Adds natural sweetness.
- 2 cloves Garlic Infuses warm flavor.
- 1 tablespoon Flour Thickens the soup.
- 4 cups Seafood Stock or Chicken Broth Forms the savory base.
- 1 cup Half-and-Half or Heavy Cream Creates a rich texture.
- 1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning Enhances seafood flavor.
- 1 teaspoon Paprika Adds depth.
- to taste Salt Essential for seasoning.
- to taste Black Pepper Essential for seasoning.
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Lump Crab Meat Provides sweetness and texture.
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Adds freshness.
- 1 whole Lemon Wedges Enhances flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Melt butter with olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion, celery, and carrot. Cook until soft, 5–7 minutes.
- Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds.
- Sprinkle flour and stir 1 minute.
- Slowly add stock while stirring. Bring to a simmer and cook 8–10 minutes.
- Stir in cream, Old Bay, paprika, salt, and pepper. Warm without boiling.
- Fold in lump crab and half the parsley. Heat 2–3 minutes.
- Serve with lemon wedges and the remaining parsley.
Notes
Serve the soup hot in wide bowls. Pair with crusty bread or a simple green salad for a complete meal. Use fresh lump crab for best texture and adjust seasoning as needed.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g