One of my favorite things about living in New England is fresh seafood! I remember learning how to make Lobster Chowder at a little restaurant I worked in when I was 18 years old. Back then (yes, I feel old saying that) we didn’t have Instant Pots. I used a sauté pan to make small batches to order. Now I can use my amazing Instant Pot to make this delicious Lobster and Crab Bisque that the whole family loves!
It may seem like a lot of steps, but they are quick steps due to the Instant Pot. The longest part of the recipe is waiting for the Instant Pot to reach temperature. I assure you, it’s worth the extra steps and a little mess.
Want a few more Seafood recipe? Here are some of MY favorites:
- New England Clam Chowder – Ready in about 35 minutes
- Orange-Glazed Salmon with Asparagus– A great sheet pan recipe!
- Mahi-Mahi with Roasted Mango Chipotle Sauce- This flavorful sheet pan recipe is amazing,
What is your favorite seafood recipe you make for your family?
Ingredients needed for Lobster and Crab Bisque:
- 1/2 pound lobster meat (cut into small chunks)
- ½ pound crab meat ( shredded )
- 2 tablespoons shallots (minced)
- 2 tablespoons green onions (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon of minced garlic
- 1/4 cup white wine
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons of Tabasco sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 6 tablespoons dry sherry
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup lobster broth
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon base (lobster)
- 4 ounces tomato paste
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 4 tablespoons butter
Instructions to make Bisque in the Instant Pot:
Serves: 4-6
- Add 1 cup of water to the Instant Pot.
- Turn your Instant Pot on to saute.
- Once the water begins to boil add the lobster tails and cook for 4 minutes.
- Remove the tails from the pot and set to the side.
- Remove the meat from the shells and chop the lobster meat.
- Set to the side and refrigerate until needed.
- Using a fine-mesh strainer, strain the remaining broth into a large measuring cup.
(You will need 1 cup for later.) - Do a quick rinse of your Instant Pot then spray the inside with olive oil cooking spray.
- Put back on saute.
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Instant Pot Lobster & Crab Bisque
This Bisque is a seafood lovers' dream!
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound lobster meat (cut into small chunks)
- ½ pound crab meat ( shredded )
- 2 tablespoons shallots (minced)
- 2 tablespoons green onions (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon of minced garlic
- 1/4 cup white wine
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons of Tabasco sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 6 tablespoons dry sherry
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup lobster broth
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon base (lobster)
- 4 ounces tomato paste
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 4 tablespoons butter
Instructions
Add 1 cup of water to the Instant Pot.
Turn your Instant Pot on to saute.
Once the water begins to boil add the lobster tails and cook for 4 minutes.
Remove the tails from the pot and set to the side.
Remove the meat from the shells and chop the lobster meat.
Set to the side and refrigerate until needed.
Using a fine-mesh strainer, strain the remaining broth into a large measuring cup.You need 1 cup for later.
Do a quick rinse of your Instant Pot then spray the inside with olive oil cooking spray.
Put back on saute. Once hot, add the shallots, green onions, and garlic, seasoning with1/4 tsp salt and as much black pepper as you like.
Make sure to stir often
.Add the white wine, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco sauce, dry sherry,cayenne pepper, paprika, tomato sauce, lobster base, and broth, stir to combine.
Turn off the saute mode. Cover with the Instant Pot lid, press manual and set it for 4 minutes.
Do an immediate release of the pressure once cooked. Allow to sit with the lid off for 5 minutes.
Pour the soup mixture, lobster, crab into a blender along with the heavy cream.
Blend for 1-2 minutes.
Add the soup back into the Instant Pot, stir to combine.
Close the lid and seal the vent set to manual for 3 minutes.
Serve with some chopped chives if you like!
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What’s your favorite way to make seafood? Personally, I like it when I don’t have to make it. 🙂
