Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This seafood soup with crab is rich, comforting, and packed with fresh seafood flavors. It’s a perfect dish for special occasions or cozy nights at home. The combination of crab, shrimp, and clams in a savory broth makes this soup truly irresistible.
Ingredients
For the Soup:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 carrot, diced
- 1 celery stalk, diced
- 1/2 cup white wine (optional)
- 4 cups seafood stock (or fish broth)
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 lb crab meat (fresh or canned)
- 1/2 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 lb clams (cleaned, optional)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional for creamy texture)
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
For Serving:
- Crusty bread or garlic toast
- Extra chopped parsley for garnish
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Sauté the Aromatics
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onions, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
- Pour in white wine (if using) and let it reduce by half.

Step 2: Build the Broth
- Add seafood stock, diced tomatoes, paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 15 minutes.
Step 3: Add the Seafood
- Stir in crab meat, shrimp, and clams.
- Simmer for 5-7 minutes until shrimp is pink and clams open.
- (Optional) Stir in heavy cream for a richer soup.
Step 4: Final Touches
- Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and parsley.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve hot with crusty bread for dipping.
- Garnish with extra parsley and Parmesan cheese.
- Pair with a light white wine like Sauvignon Blanc.
Tips & Variations
- Spicy Version: Add extra red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.
- Creamy Version: Increase the amount of heavy cream.
- Extra Seafood: Add mussels or calamari for more variety.
Final Thoughts
This seafood soup with crab is easy to make and full of rich, ocean-fresh flavors. Perfect for warming up on a chilly day or impressing guests at a dinner party!
Try this recipe today and enjoy a comforting bowl of seafood goodness!