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Bubba’s Crab Stew

Bubba's Crab Stew: A Cozy Taste of Southern Comfort

Bubba’s Crab Stew is a creamy Southern delight, perfect for cozy nights with family and friends.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 medium Fennel can substitute with leeks
  • 2 stalks Celery
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion yellow is best for flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Butter can be swapped with olive oil
For Thickening
  • 1/4 cup Self-Rising Flour regular flour can be substituted
For the Flavor
  • 4 cups Crab Base seafood bouillon can be used as a substitute
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream substitute with half-and-half
  • 1/4 cup Cooking Sherry white wine can replace
  • 1 cup Half-and-Half milk can be used as an alternative
  • 1 cup Whole Milk non-dairy milk for vegan option
  • to taste Salt adjust to taste
  • to taste Pepper adjust to taste
For the Star
  • 1 pound Crab Meat fresh crab meat is ideal
  • as needed Crusty Bread for dipping

Equipment

  • Heavy saucepan
  • Food Processor

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Finely chop the fennel, celery, and yellow onion using a food processor. Set aside.
  2. Melt butter in a heavy saucepan over medium-high heat. Add chopped vegetables and sauté for 5-7 minutes until translucent.
  3. Stir in self-rising flour, cooking for 8-10 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
  4. Add crab base, heavy cream, cooking sherry, half-and-half, and whole milk. Stir and bring to a gentle boil.
  5. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.
  6. Fold in crab meat gently, season with salt and pepper, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh crab meat for best flavor. Add ingredients wisely for a customizable stew.

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