Embracing Maryland Crab Soup Recipe
Maryland Crab Soup is a delectable dish renowned for its rich flavors and hearty ingredients. This comforting soup combines tender crab meat with a medley of fresh vegetables, simmered in a savory broth.
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Calories: 230kcal
Servings: 6 people
Equipment
- Large Pot or Dutch Oven
- Cutting Board and Knife
- Spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 410 gram diced tomatoes
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 2 potatoes, diced
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 1 cup frozen lima beans
- 2 bay leaves
- 1/2 cup Fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add diced onion, celery, and carrots, and saut� for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add minced garlic to the pot and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and diced tomatoes with their juices. Stir in the diced potatoes, frozen corn, frozen lima beans, bay leaves, and Old Bay seasoning.
- Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for about 20-25 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Once the vegetables are cooked, stir in the crab meat and simmer for an additional 5 minutes until heated through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove the bay leaves from the soup and discard.
- Ladle the hot Maryland Crab Soup into bowls, garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve hot.
Notes
- Crab Meat: Use fresh or canned crab meat according to availability and preference. Lump crab meat works well for a chunkier texture, while claw meat is more economical.
- Vegetables: Feel free to customize the vegetable mix based on personal taste. Traditional additions include onions, celery, carrots, potatoes, corn, and lima beans, but you can add or substitute other veggies as desired.
- Broth: Use chicken or vegetable broth for the soup base. You can use homemade broth or store-bought, low-sodium options.
- Seasoning: Old Bay seasoning is a classic choice for Maryland Crab Soup, but you can adjust the amount according to taste preference. Additionally, feel free to add other herbs and spices for extra flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 230kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 5g | Sodium: 930mg