Sweet Red Pepper Crab Bisque Recipe

Name: Sweet Red Pepper Crab Bisque
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 Tbsp. olive oil; 3 c. chopped sweet red peppers; 3 green onions, chopped; 1 c. chopped celery; 2/3 c. chopped carrots; 1/2 c. chopped red onion; 2 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. dried tarragon; 1/8 tsp. ground red pepper; 4 c. chopped tomatoes; 1 1/2 c. whipping cream; 1 c. dry sherry; 2 Tbsp. rum; 1/2 tsp. lemon juice; 1/2 lb. lump crabmeat

Servings: persons

2 Tbsp. olive oil
3 c. chopped sweet red peppers
3 green onions, chopped
1 c. chopped celery
2/3 c. chopped carrots
1/2 c. chopped red onion
2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. dried tarragon
1/8 tsp. ground red pepper
4 c. chopped tomatoes
1 1/2 c. whipping cream
1 c. dry sherry
2 Tbsp. rum
1/2 tsp. lemon juice
1/2 lb. lump crabmeat

1
In a 6-quart saucepan, heat oil over medium heat.
2
Add next 8 ingredients; cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender.
3
Add tomatoes; stir until well blended.
4
Stir in cream, sherry and rum.
5
Reduce heat to low and simmer 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
6
Stir in lemon juice and crab; cook 5 to 10 minutes longer or until crab is heated through.
7
Serve warm.
8
(Sherry is strong flavored; adjust to taste.)
9
Yields 8 to 10 servings.

544

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 Tbsp. olive oil, 3 c. chopped sweet red peppers, 3 green onions, chopped, 1 c. chopped celery, and more.

Yes, Sweet Red Pepper Crab Bisque 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!

Sweet Red Pepper Crab Bisque

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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