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She Crab Soup

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This luxurious She Crab Soup is a true Southern classic, originating from the historic kitchens of Charleston. It features a velvety base created by tempering egg yolks and cream into a rich stock infused with fresh leeks, celery, and aromatics. The dish is defined by its generous portions of lump crabmeat and vibrant crab roe, which provide both texture and a deep, briny sweetness. Finished with a splash of dry sherry and Worcestershire sauce, it offers a complex, savory flavor profile that is both comforting and elegant.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6
Calories: 350
Dietary: Vegan
Description
This luxurious She Crab Soup is a true Southern classic, originating from the historic kitchens of Charleston. It features a velvety base created by tempering egg yolks and cream into a rich stock infused with fresh leeks, celery, and aromatics. The dish is defined by its generous portions of lump crabmeat and vibrant crab roe, which provide both texture and a deep, briny sweetness. Finished with a splash of dry sherry and Worcestershire sauce, it offers a complex, savory flavor profile that is both comforting and elegant.
Directions
  1. 1
    Melt butter in a large saucepan or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. 2
    Add the diced onion, sliced leek, and diced celery to the pan.
  3. 3
    Sauté the vegetables until they are tender, stirring occasionally.
  4. 4
    In a small bowl, mix together the flour, tomato paste, and oregano.
  5. 5
    Stir the flour mixture into the vegetables in the saucepan and cook for 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste.
  6. 6
    Gradually stir in the chicken broth and fish stock, ensuring there are no lumps.
  7. 7
    Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  8. 8
    Stir in the crabmeat, crab roe, sherry, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
  9. 9
    Cook for 5 minutes only, just to heat the crab through.
  10. 10
    Remove the saucepan from the heat.
  11. 11
    In a separate small bowl, whisk the egg yolks slightly.
  12. 12
    Temper the egg yolks by slowly adding a ladleful of the hot soup mixture to the yolks while whisking constantly.
  13. 13
    Slowly pour the tempered egg mixture back into the main saucepan, stirring gently.
  14. 14
    Stir in the cream until well combined.
  15. 15
    Serve immediately while hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 350kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25g39%
Saturated Fat 15g75%
Cholesterol 150mg50%
Sodium 800mg34%
Total Carbohydrate 10g4%
Dietary Fiber 2g8%
Sugars 3g
Protein 20g40%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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