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Bubba's Crab Stew Recipe

Bubba's Crab Stew Recipe: Creamy Comfort for Chilly Nights

Bubba's Crab Stew is a creamy, delightful Southern comfort dish perfect for chilly nights, adaptable to dietary needs.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Aromatics
  • 4 tablespoons butter or use olive oil for a dairy-free option
  • 1 medium fennel or substitute with leeks
  • 2 stalks celery no substitution needed
  • 1 medium yellow onion can use shallots for a milder taste
For the Base
  • ¼ cup self-rising flour or use gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free diets
  • 4 cups crab base commercial crab stock is a good alternative
  • ½ cup cooking sherry or replace with white wine or omit if desired
  • 1 cup heavy cream or use coconut cream for dairy-free
  • 1 cup half-and-half or use additional whole milk
  • 1 cup whole milk or substitute with almond milk for dairy-free
For the Star Ingredient
  • 1 pound crab meat fresh is best, but frozen is acceptable
Seasonings & Accompaniments
  • salt adjust according to taste
  • pepper adjust according to taste
  • crusty bread any crusty artisan bread works well
  • fresh herbs use dill or tarragon for garnish

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter until frothy, then add chopped fennel, celery, and yellow onion. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
  2. Stir in the self-rising flour, cooking for approximately 2 minutes until the roux achieves a light golden color, stirring continuously.
  3. Gradually whisk in the crab base, stirring for about 5 minutes until thickened. Add heavy cream, cooking sherry, half-and-half, and whole milk, bringing to a gentle simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. Gently fold in crab meat, season with salt and pepper to taste, and allow to simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  5. Ladle the stew into deep bowls, garnishing with freshly chopped herbs and serving immediately with crusty artisan bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Add crab meat at the end to prevent overcooking. Prepare a day in advance for maximum flavor. Store leftovers properly for up to 3 days.

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