She-crab Soup

Health score
23%
She-crab Soup
45 min.
3
784kcal

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If you're a fan of rich and creamy soups, then She-Crab Soup is sure to become your new favorite indulgence. Originating from the coastal regions of the Southeastern United States, this luxurious dish combines the delicate sweetness of lump crabmeat with the velvety smoothness of a half-and-half base. Perfectly seasoned with hints of Old Bay seasoning and a sprinkle of paprika, each spoonful transports you to a seaside getaway.

This recipe, ready in just 45 minutes, serves up to three and packs a hearty punch with 784 calories per serving, making it a satisfying meal choice for any occasion. What’s more, the use of hard-cooked eggs as a garnish adds a delightful texture contrast and visual appeal, while the fresh parsley and pepper elevate the flavors beautifully.

Easy enough for a weeknight dinner yet elegant enough for a special gathering, She-Crab Soup is both versatile and impressive. Whether you're cozied up at home or entertaining guests, this soup promises to delight with its combination of comfort and sophistication. Dive into this recipe and treat yourself to a bowl of pure deliciousness—your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup butter 
  • 0.3 cup flour all-purpose
  • cups half n half 
  • sprigs hard cooked egg fresh freshly ground chopped
  •  hard cooked eggs finely chopped
  • pound lump crab meat 
  • Dash old bay seasoning 
  • tablespoons onion minced
  • 0.3 teaspoon paprika 
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper freshly ground
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoons worcestershire sauce 

Equipment

  • whisk
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Melt butter in a Dutch oven over low heat; add onion and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly 5 minutes or until tender.
  2. Whisk in flour until mixture is smooth. Cook 1 minute, whisking constantly. Gradually whisk in half-and-half; cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until mixture is thickened and bubbly. Stir in salt and next 6 ingredients.
  3. Add roe, if desired, and sherry to taste.
  4. Garnish, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories784kcal
Protein22.14%
Fat65.5%
Carbs12.36%

Properties

Glycemic Index
66.33
Glycemic Load
6.01
Inflammation Score
0
Nutrition Score
33.699565089267%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.5mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Quercetin
2.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:783.92kcal
39.2%
Fat:57.07g
87.81%
Saturated Fat:33.67g
210.45%
Carbohydrates:24.24g
8.08%
Net Carbohydrates:23.64g
8.6%
Sugar:14.59g
16.21%
Cholesterol:342.68mg
114.23%
Sodium:2064.6mg
89.77%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:43.4g
86.79%
Vitamin B12:14.63µg
243.78%
Selenium:79.55µg
113.64%
Copper:1.46mg
73.03%
Phosphorus:717.76mg
71.78%
Zinc:10.74mg
71.57%
Vitamin B2:0.93mg
54.84%
Calcium:446.75mg
44.68%
Vitamin A:1914.47IU
38.29%
Magnesium:114.86mg
28.72%
Folate:113.05µg
28.26%
Potassium:847.61mg
24.22%
Vitamin B6:0.45mg
22.55%
Vitamin B5:2.02mg
20.2%
Vitamin B1:0.28mg
18.34%
Vitamin C:14.75mg
17.88%
Vitamin B3:2.72mg
13.6%
Iron:2.26mg
12.54%
Vitamin E:1.66mg
11.04%
Manganese:0.2mg
9.86%
Vitamin K:6.68µg
6.36%
Vitamin D:0.74µg
4.94%
Fiber:0.6g
2.39%
Source:My Recipes