Creamy Tomato Crab Soup Recipe

Indulge in this luxuriously creamy tomato crab soup! A smooth and flavorful blend of sweet crab meat, rich tomatoes, and a touch of spice, this recipe is perfect for a cozy night in or a special occasion. Easy to follow instructions and readily available ingredients make this a must-try for seafood lovers.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 549.4 kcal
Protein 51g
Rating 4.8 (8 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Creamy Tomato Crab Soup

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How to Make Creamy Tomato Crab Soup

  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Sauté 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, until softened (about 5 minutes).
  3. Whisk in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Continue stirring and cooking for 1 minute, until the mixture is bubbly.
  5. Gradually whisk in 1 cup heavy cream, 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon savory, and a dash of your favorite hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco).
  6. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
  7. Gently stir in 1 ½ pounds lump crab meat.
  8. Simmer for another 3 minutes, or until heated through. Do not boil.
  9. Season to taste with additional salt and pepper if needed.
  10. Ladle the soup into individual bowls.
  11. Top each serving with a dollop of sour cream and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

61 g

Sugar

20g

Fat

127g

Carbs

6g

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