Description
This Crab Stew recipe offers a delightful way to savor the rich, savory flavors of a coastal delicacy. It combines tender crab meat with a medley of vegetables and aromatic spices for a memorable culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh crab meat (lump or backfin)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 4 cups seafood stock or chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, garlic, carrots, celery, and bell pepper. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the Old Bay seasoning, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the seafood stock and add the can of diced tomatoes including their juice. Stir to combine.
- Add the bay leaf and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- After simmering, gently fold in the crab meat and corn. Cook for an additional 10-15 minutes until heated through.
- Remove the bay leaf and taste the stew. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Ladle the stew into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
- Opt for the freshest crab meat and vegetables for enhanced flavors.
- Adjust cayenne pepper or add hot sauce to modify the spice level.
- Fresh herbs like dill or cilantro can add a unique twist.
- Serve with buttery garlic bread to complement the richness.
- Consider avocado slices or sour cream for extra creaminess.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Seafood Stew
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American Coastal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: Not Specified
- Sodium: Not Specified
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: Not Specified
- Unsaturated Fat: Not Specified
- Trans Fat: Not Specified
- Carbohydrates: Not Specified
- Fiber: Not Specified
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: Not Specified
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