Charleston She-Crab Soup Recipe

Name: Charleston She-Crab Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter, unsalted; 1 quart milk; 1/2 cup heavy cream, whipped; 1 teaspoon onion juice (may substitute lemon juice); 1/4 teaspoon mace; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 teaspoon flour; 2 cups white crab meat, and crab roe (eggs); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 4 -6 tablespoons dry sherry; paprika, and or fresh parsley (to garnish)

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon butter, unsalted
1 quart milk
1/2 cup heavy cream, whipped
1 teaspoon onion juice (may substitute lemon juice)
1/4 teaspoon mace
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon flour
2 cups white crab meat, and crab roe (eggs)
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 -6 tablespoons dry sherry
paprika, and or fresh parsley (to garnish)

1
Bring water in the bottom of a double boiler to a boil, reduce heat so that water barely simmers and make sure that the amount of water does not touch the bottom of the top of the double boiler.
2
Melt butter in the top of a double boiler and blend with the flour until smooth.
3
Add the milk gradually, stirring constantly.
4
Add the crab meat and roe and all seasonings except sherry and cook slowly, stirring frequently, for about 20 minutes.
5
To serve, place a tablespoon of warmed sherry in the bottom of each individual soup bowl.
6
Add soup and top with a dollop of whipped cream.
7
Sprinkle with parsley and/or paprika.

149

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon butter, unsalted, 1 quart milk, 1/2 cup heavy cream, whipped, 1 teaspoon onion juice (may substitute lemon juice), and more.

Yes, Charleston She-Crab Soup falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Charleston She-Crab Soup

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Variations & substitutions

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