South Carolina She-Crab Soup Recipe
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South Carolina She-Crab Soup

By: SOWEN  
"This soup is a staple for all of us living on the South Carolina coast. Here is my take on the soup that I think is outstanding! Enjoy!"

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Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
45 Min
Ready In:
1 Hr

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Original Recipe Yield 8 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 5 tablespoons butter
  • 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 small white onion, grated
  • 1 stalk celery, grated
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 quarts half-and-half cream
  • 1 pint heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
  • 1 pound lump crabmeat
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
  • 1/2 cup sherry wine

Directions

  1. Melt butter in a large stockpot over medium heat. Stir in flour to make a smooth paste, and cook for about 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Mix in the onion, celery, and garlic; season with salt and pepper. Continue to cook and stir for about 4 minutes.
  2. Gradually whisk in the half and half cream so that no lumps form. Stir in chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer, and pour in half of the sherry. Season with dill, Worcestershire sauce and hot sauce. Cover, and simmer for about 30 minutes, until soup has reduced by 1/3. Add crabmeat, and simmer for another 10 minutes.
  3. Ladle soup into bowls, and top off with a splash of the remaining sherry and a sprinkle of fresh chives.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 679 | Total Fat: 57.7g | Cholesterol: 241mg

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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 14, 2006 by lisascooking 
I live in Virginia and they serve a She-Crab soup here in the restraunts and this recipe is... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 9, 2007 by foodzbb 
I really liked this recipe. Just what I was looking for. Used Old Bay, added some fresh... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 20, 2006 by LINDA MCLEAN 
This was very good, but I felt it needed more seasonings. I added Old Bay, black pepper and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 25, 2009 by ZEHR 
I picked up 2 live crabs along with all the rest of the ingredients and was serving this along... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 10, 2006 by LESLEYfromWI 
Very good but we thought it was bland as written. Ended up adding in Old Bay seasoning and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 21, 2004 by KOOKIECOOK1 
This recipe is a perfect tribute to lowcountry fare at its very best. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 9, 2007 by sumgoodya 
Boy I gurontee this is sum good Im from Ladson South Carolina I have had sum good crab soup... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 21, 2006 by Texas 
It was okay. It would have been better without the celery though. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 13, 2005 by Michelle T. 
This was very good. High altitude users reduce liquid by 1/3 cup. MORE

 
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