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Bubba's delicious crab stew served in a bowl garnished with herbs and lemon.

Bubba's Crab Stew

A creamy and flavorful stew packed with tender crab meat, vegetables, and Cajun spice, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Cajun
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs fresh crab meat
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Preparation and Cooking
  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are soft and fragrant.
  3. Stir in the Cajun seasoning, mixing well to combine the flavors.
  4. Pour in the vegetable broth and canned tomatoes. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  5. Add the fresh crab meat and let it cook for about 10 minutes, allowing the crab to absorb the flavors.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream, then season with salt and pepper according to your taste.
  7. Simmer for another 5 minutes until everything is heated through.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color.

Notes

For ingredient variations, consider adding vegetables like corn or spinach. Roasting the bell pepper can enhance the flavor.