Spicy Tomato Crab Soup Recipe

Name: Spicy Tomato Crab Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil; 1 Yellow Onion (small, Diced); 8 cups Fresh Tomatoes; 2 Red Bell Peppers, Chopped, Seeds Removed; 1 whole Jalapeno Pepper (or 2 If You Like It Really Spicy); 3 cloves Garlic, Minced; 4 cups Water; 1/2 cups Cream; Kosher Salt To Taste; 1/2 pounds Fresh Lump Crab Meat; Fresh Herbs And Mustard Seeds, For Garnish

Servings: persons

2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
1 Yellow Onion (small, Diced)
8 cups Fresh Tomatoes
2 Red Bell Peppers, Chopped, Seeds Removed
1 whole Jalapeno Pepper (or 2 If You Like It Really Spicy)
3 cloves Garlic, Minced
4 cups Water
1/2 cups Cream
Kosher Salt To Taste
1/2 pounds Fresh Lump Crab Meat
Fresh Herbs And Mustard Seeds, For Garnish

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1. In a large heavy pot, add the olive oil and the onion and sweat for 5 minutes over medium heat.
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2. Add the tomatoes, red peppers, jalapeno peppers (1 for a little heat, 2 for a lot of heat!), and garlic. Stir to combine.
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3. Add the water and simmer with the lid on for 20 minutes over low heat.
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4. Puree the soup on high until smooth, working in batches if you need to.
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5. Return the soup to the pot and reheat. Gently stir in the cream and then season to taste with the salt.
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6. Dish up the soup and top with a clump of fresh crab meat and garnish with a little fresh herbs and a tiny sprinkle of mustard seeds.

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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

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil, 1 Yellow Onion (small, Diced), 8 cups Fresh Tomatoes, 2 Red Bell Peppers, Chopped, Seeds Removed, and more.

Yes, Spicy Tomato 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!

Spicy Tomato Crab Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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