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Australian Crab And Asparagus Soup Recipe

Indulge in this luxurious yet light Australian Crab & Asparagus Soup! This one-dish wonder, inspired by global low-fat recipes, boasts delicate crab meat and tender asparagus in a creamy, subtly spiced broth. Perfect for a sophisticated weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 231.3 kcal
Protein 19g
Rating 4.8 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Australian Crab And Asparagus Soup

  • Canola Oil
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 1/2 cup chopped carrot
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 2 minced shallots
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 4 cups water
  • 1/4 cup dry sherry
  • 1/2 cup uncooked long-grain rice
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Dried Thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • White Pepper
  • zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 1/2 cups cooked lump crabmeat
  • 1 cup trimmed asparagus spears
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

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How to Make Australian Crab And Asparagus Soup

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Sauté 1/2 cup chopped onion, 1/2 cup chopped celery, 1/2 cup chopped carrot, 2 cloves minced garlic, and 2 minced shallots until vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Sprinkle in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and stir constantly for 1 minute to create a roux.
  4. Gradually whisk in 2 cups of milk, ensuring no lumps form, and cook until the sauce thickens slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add 4 cups of water, 1/4 cup dry sherry, 1/2 cup uncooked long-grain rice, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 bay leaf, 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and the zest of 1 lemon.
  6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through.
  7. Gently stir in 1 1/2 cups cooked crab meat and 1 cup trimmed asparagus spears.
  8. Continue to simmer, uncovered, for 5-7 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender-crisp. Stir occasionally.
  9. Remove the bay leaf before serving. Garnish with fresh thyme sprigs (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

2g

Carbs

10g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation South West Pacific Soups Stews Seafood Vegetables Australian Crab Shellfish Asparagus