Zella's Crab Stew Recipe

Name: Zella's Crab Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1/4 pound medium shrimp in their shells, coarsely chopped; 1/4 cup dry sherry; 2 cups bottled clam juice; 1 cup water; 1 small onion, minced; 1 garlic clove, minced; 2 tablespoons sweet paprika; 3/4 teaspoon chipotle chile powder; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup heavy cream; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 1 pound lump crabmeat, picked over; 2 cups steamed rice, for serving; 1 tablespoon chopped flat-leaf parsley

Servings: persons

6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 pound medium shrimp in their shells, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup dry sherry
2 cups bottled clam juice
1 cup water
1 small onion, minced
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons sweet paprika
3/4 teaspoon chipotle chile powder
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 cup heavy cream
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 pound lump crabmeat, picked over
2 cups steamed rice, for serving
1 tablespoon chopped flat-leaf parsley

1
In a medium saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter.
2
Add the shrimp and cook over moderately high heat until starting to brown.
3
Add the sherry and cook for 2 minutes.
4
Add the clam juice and water; bring to a boil.
5
Simmer over moderately low heat for 10 minutes.
6
Strain the broth; you should have 2 1/2 cups.
7
Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter.
8
Add the onion and garlic; cook over moderate heat until softened.
9
Add the paprika and chipotle; cook, stirring, for 3 minutes.
10
Stir in the flour.
11
Whisk the broth into the saucepan; cook until smooth, then bring to a boil.
12
Simmer over low heat, whisking until just thickened, 5 minutes.
13
Stir in the cream and simmer for 5 minutes.
14
Season with salt and pepper.
15
In a large skillet, melt the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter.
16
Gently stir in the crab and cook over moderate heat, tossing a few times, until warmed through, about 4 minutes.
17
Season with salt and pepper.
18
Spoon the steamed rice into shallow bowls.
19
Ladle the shellfish sauce over the rice and top with the crab.
20
Sprinkle with parsley and serve.

707

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1/4 pound medium shrimp in their shells, coarsely chopped, 1/4 cup dry sherry, 2 cups bottled clam juice, and more.

Yes, Zella's Crab Stew 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.

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Zella's Crab Stew

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