She-Crab Soup

Recipe Collection: Dinner

She-Crab Soup is a perfect dish for seafood enthusiasts. This pescatarian delight features fresh crabmeat and crab roe, creating a smooth and velvety texture that warms the soul. Ideal for special occasions or a cozy dinner, this American cuisine classic is free from gluten but contains dairy and shellfish.

Versatile and elegant, this soup pairs beautifully with crusty bread or a fresh salad. Easily find this recipe on the easyChef Pro App, where you can explore personalized recommendations, AI-powered pantry tracking, and smart shopping lists. Get organized and create this delicious dish today!

Overview

This luxurious creamy she-crab soup is a rich and flavorful dish, perfect for seafood lovers. Garnished with a dollop of freshly whipped cream and a sprinkle of parsley, it's a decadent treat for any occasion.

Diet Type

Pescatarian

Allergies

Dairy, Shellfish, Gluten

Cuisine

American

Serving Size: 5

Cooking Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 Tablespoon butter
• 1 Teaspoon all-purpose flour
• 1 Quart milk
• 0.5 Tablespoon onion, grated
• 0.125 Teaspoon mace, ground
• 0.125 Teaspoon black pepper, ground
• 0.5 Teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 Teaspoon salt
• 3 Tablespoons crab roe
• 2 Cups crabmeat, fresh
• 6 Tablespoons dry sherry
• 0.5 Cup heavy whipping cream, whipped
• 1 Tablespoon parsley, minced

Steps

1. Fill the bottom of a double boiler halfway with water and bring to a low boil. Melt the butter in the top of the double boiler, add the flour, and stir until smooth.
2. Gradually add the milk, stirring constantly until smooth. Add the onion, mace, black pepper, Worcestershire sauce, salt, crab roe, and crabmeat. Cook over simmering water for 20 minutes.
3. To serve, place 1 tablespoon of warmed sherry in each of 4 or 6 soup bowls. Ladle the soup into the bowls, top with a dollop of whipped cream, and sprinkle with parsley. Enjoy your decadent creamy she-crab soup!

Enjoy your luxurious she-crab soup!