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Bubba’s Crab Stew

Bubba’s Crab Stew: Comforting Southern Creamy Goodness

Bubba’s Crab Stew is a comforting Southern dish that combines fresh crab, vegetables, and a creamy base for a heartwarming meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 bulb Fennel can be substituted with leeks
  • 2 stalks Celery no substitutions needed
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion yellow onions offer the best balance
  • 2 tablespoons Butter can be swapped for olive oil
For the Stew
  • 1/4 cup Self-Rising Flour regular flour can be used with baking powder
  • 4 cups Crab Base seafood bouillon can serve as a substitute
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream half-and-half can replace it
  • 1/2 cup Cooking Sherry white wine can be a replacement
  • 1 cup Half and Half substitute with milk if needed
  • 1 cup Whole Milk non-dairy milk can be used for vegan option
  • 1 pound Crab Meat fresh crab is ideal but canned or frozen options work too
  • Salt & Pepper essential for seasoning

Equipment

  • large heavy saucepan
  • Food Processor

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Finely chop fennel, celery, and yellow onion using a food processor and set aside.
  2. In a large heavy saucepan, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add chopped vegetables and sauté for 5-7 minutes until soft and translucent.
  3. Sprinkle self-rising flour into the saucepan and stir constantly for about 8-10 minutes until it achieves a light golden color.
  4. Gradually mix in crab base, heavy cream, cooking sherry, half-and-half, and whole milk. Bring to a gentle boil.
  5. Once boiling, reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Remove from heat and fold in crab meat. Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 18gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh crab for best flavor and adjust thickness with milk if needed. Customize with your favorite vegetables or spices.

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