Not She Crab Soup

Dive into a comforting bowl of "Not She Crab Soup," a delightful seafood twist on the Southern classic without the traditional crab. This creamy, flavor-packed soup combines tender white fish and succulent shrimp with the rich aroma of Old Bay seasoning, a splash of dry sherry, and a hint of lemon for brightness. A velvety blend of chicken or vegetable stock and half-and-half creates the perfect base, while fresh parsley and paprika add vibrant finishing touches. Quick to prepare in just 45 minutes, this elegant dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve it steaming hot with crusty bread or crackers for a satisfying, coastal-inspired meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 stalks celery, finely diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock
• 1.5 cups half-and-half
• 0.5 pound white fish (such as cod or haddock), finely chopped
• 0.5 pound cooked shrimp, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
• 2 tablespoons dry sherry
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter until foamy.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, celery, and garlic to the pot, and sauté for 5 minutes or until softened and fragrant.

Step 3

Sprinkle the flour over the cooked vegetables and stir to form a roux. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly, to eliminate the raw flour taste.

Step 4

Gradually whisk in the chicken or vegetable stock, ensuring no lumps form. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 5

Pour in the half-and-half and stir to combine. Allow the soup to come to a gentle simmer but do not let it boil.

Step 6

Add the chopped white fish and shrimp to the pot. Stir gently and cook for 8-10 minutes or until the seafood is cooked through and tender.

Step 7

Season the soup with Old Bay seasoning, dry sherry, salt, pepper, and paprika. Stir well to ensure even distribution of the spices.

Step 8

Finish the soup by stirring in the lemon juice and fresh parsley for a burst of freshness.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve warm with crusty bread or crackers.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1741.1 grams (1741.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	710

Total Fat 6.90g	9%
Saturated Fat 1.60g	8%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 556mg	185%
Sodium 5313mg	231%
Total Carbohydrate 51.10g	19%
Dietary Fiber 5.70g	20%
Total Sugars 10.60g
Protein 107.70g	215%

Vitamin D 859IU	4296%
Calcium 266mg	20%
Iron 6mg	31%
Potassium 2093mg	45%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 8.9%

Protein: 61.8%

Carbs: 29.3%