Best 4 Instant Pot She Crab Soup Recipes

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She-crab soup is a creamy, flavorful soup made with crab meat, vegetables, and a variety of seasonings. It is a popular dish in the Southeastern United States, particularly in the state of South Carolina. She-crab soup is typically made with a combination of crab meat, such as blue crab or rock crab, and a creamy base made from milk or cream. Other common ingredients include vegetables such as celery, onion, and carrots, as well as seasonings such as Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper. Some variations of the soup may also include sherry, brandy, or other types of alcohol. This recipe provides a detailed guide on how to make a classic she-crab soup using an Instant Pot, a versatile kitchen appliance that allows for quick and easy cooking. Additionally, the article includes two bonus recipes: a gluten-free version of the soup and a creamy crab and corn chowder. Both of these variations offer unique twists on the traditional she-crab soup, providing options for those with dietary restrictions or those looking to try something different.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CAROLINA SHE-CRAB SOUP



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Provided by Kardea Brown

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter
1 medium onion, diced
1 stalk celery, diced
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon seafood seasoning
1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
1 bay leaf
Freshly cracked black pepper
1/3 cup dry sherry
1/3 cup clam juice
3 cups seafood stock
1/2 cup crab roe, plus a little more for garnish, optional
2 cups heavy cream, at room temperature
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Kosher salt
1 pound lump blue crabmeat

Steps:

  • In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and celery and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is soft and translucent, about 10 minutes.
  • Reduce the heat to medium low, whisk in the flour and continue to cook, stirring constantly. You are essentially making a roux without browning it. Stir in the seafood seasoning, nutmeg, bay leaf and pepper, then whisk in the sherry and clam juice. Increase the heat to medium and bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring frequently, until very thick, about 10 minutes. Stir in the seafood stock and crab roe, if using, bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes.
  • Add the heavy cream and Worcestershire, return to a simmer and cook until thickened and reduced slightly, another 15 minutes. Remove the bay leaf, then puree the soup with an immersion blender until smooth (or use a regular blender; let cool slightly first, and use caution when blending hot liquids). Season with salt. Stir in the crabmeat and garnish with crab roe if desired.

SHE CRAB SOUP I



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Try this fabulous crab soup. I am sure you will love it. Serve in soup bowls which have been heated and garnish with sour cream, parsley sprigs or a sprinkle of paprika.

Provided by C.Davis

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Seafood

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 onion, chopped
1 ½ tablespoons margarine
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons margarine
1 quart whole milk
1 pound crabmeat, flaked
4 ounces crab roe
⅛ teaspoon ground white pepper
⅛ teaspoon ground mace
2 cups milk
½ cup dry sherry

Steps:

  • Using a saute pan melt 1 1/2 tablespoons butter, over low heat, and saute onions.
  • Using a double broiler melt 1 1/2 tablespoons of butter. Add flour and stir until well blended.
  • Combine sauteed onions and flour mixture into a large stock pot. Add 1 quart whole milk and stir constantly until soup is well blended.
  • Add the crab meat and roe and stir well; add pepper and mace and cook slowly for 20 minutes. Add 1 pint of milk and stir.
  • Remove from heat and add wine.
  • Serve in soup bowls which have been heated and garnish with sour cream, parsley sprigs or a sprinkle of paprika.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292.2 calories, Carbohydrate 17.6 g, Cholesterol 138.1 mg, Fat 12.5 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 25.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 501.3 mg, Sugar 12.1 g

SOUTH CAROLINA SHE-CRAB SOUP



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This soup is a staple for all of us living on the South Carolina coast. Here is my take on the soup that I think is outstanding! Enjoy!

Provided by SOWEN

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Seafood

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

5 tablespoons butter
5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 small white onion, grated
1 stalk celery, grated
2 cloves garlic, minced
salt and pepper to taste
2 quarts half-and-half cream
1 pint heavy cream
1 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1 pound lump crabmeat
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
½ cup sherry wine

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large stockpot over medium heat. Stir in flour to make a smooth paste, and cook for about 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Mix in the onion, celery, and garlic; season with salt and pepper. Continue to cook and stir for about 4 minutes.
  • Gradually whisk in the half and half cream so that no lumps form. Stir in chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer, and pour in half of the sherry. Season with dill, Worcestershire sauce and hot sauce. Cover, and simmer for about 30 minutes, until soup has reduced by 1/3. Add crabmeat, and simmer for another 10 minutes.
  • Ladle soup into bowls, and top off with a splash of the remaining sherry and a sprinkle of fresh chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 676.7 calories, Carbohydrate 19.6 g, Cholesterol 240.1 mg, Fat 57.7 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 20.8 g, SaturatedFat 35.6 g, Sodium 485.4 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

SHE CRAB SOUP



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Provided by Food Network

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 small yellow onion, finely diced
2 stalks celery, finely diced
4 ounces whole butter
4 ounces all purpose flour
Splash Sherry
1 pint heavy cream
1 pint water
2 pints whole milk
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
Several dashes hot sauce
1/4 pound crab roe
1/4 pound jumbo lump crab meat
1 bunch fresh chives, finely diced
1 bunch scallions tops, finely diced
Fine Sherry

Steps:

  • In a large, heavy bottomed soup pot, saute the onions and celery in the whole butter until translucent. Stir in the flour and cook over a low flame for approximately 5 minutes. Add a splash of Sherry then the cream, stir this then add the water and milk. Now add the salt, Tabassco and crab roe, bring to a simmer then add the crabmeat. Stir in the crab gently as to not break the lumps. If the soup appears too thick, add a little more milk and adjust the seasonings. Serve in a soup cup and garnish with the scallions, chives and a splash of sherry.

Tips:

  • Fresh is Best: For the best flavor, use fresh crab meat. If you're using frozen crab meat, thaw it completely before using.
  • Choose the Right Crab: Blue crab or Dungeness crab are great choices for She Crab Soup. Avoid using canned crab meat as it can be tough and have a strong fishy flavor.
  • Make Your Own Seafood Stock: Using homemade seafood stock will give your soup a richer flavor. If you don't have time to make your own, you can use a good quality store-bought seafood stock.
  • Don't Overcook the Crab: Crab meat is delicate and can easily become tough if overcooked. Add the crab meat to the soup towards the end of the cooking time and simmer gently until heated through.
  • Season to Taste: She Crab Soup should have a delicate flavor with a hint of sweetness. Season the soup with salt, pepper, and Old Bay seasoning to taste.

Conclusion:

This creamy, flavorful She Crab Soup is a seafood lover's dream. It's easy to make in the Instant Pot, and it's perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. Serve it with a side of crusty bread or crackers for a complete meal.

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