South Carolina She-Crab Soup

Seafood

South Carolina She-Crab Soup

South Carolina She-Crab Soup
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    45 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    306

Indulge in the velvety embrace of this iconic South Carolina delicacy. Our She-Crab Soup is a symphony of sweet crabmeat, fragrant herbs, and a whisper of sherry, all harmonizing in a luxuriously creamy broth that will transport you to the sun-kissed shores of the Palmetto State.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    20 g
  • Cholesterol
    240 mg
  • Fiber
    0 g
  • Protein
    21 g
  • Saturated Fat
    36 g
  • Sodium
    485 mg
  • Sugar
    1 g
  • Fat
    58 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View In a large, heavy-bottomed stockpot, melt butter over medium heat. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Whisk in flour and cook, stirring constantly, until a smooth, golden roux forms. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View Add grated onion, celery, and minced garlic. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are softened. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Gradually whisk in half-and-half, ensuring no lumps form. Stir in heavy cream and chicken broth. Bring to a gentle simmer. (8 minutes)

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Recipe View Stir in 1/4 cup sherry, dill, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer gently until the soup has slightly thickened and the flavors have melded. (30 minutes)

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Recipe View Gently fold in lump crabmeat and simmer until heated through. (10 minutes)

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Recipe View Ladle into bowls. Top each serving with a splash of remaining sherry and garnish with fresh chives. Serve immediately.

For an even richer flavor, consider using crab stock in place of chicken broth.
Be careful not to overcook the crabmeat, as it can become rubbery. Gently heat it through just before serving.
Adjust the amount of hot sauce to your preference.
Serve with crusty bread or oyster crackers for dipping.

Dejah Morissette

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.3/ 5 ( 102 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (7)

  • Dolly Mohr

    Mar 9, 2025

    The grating of the onion and celery really helps to create a smooth texture in the soup. Great tip!

  • Lawrence Funk

    Mar 2, 2025

    This soup is amazing! So rich and creamy. I added a little extra sherry because I love the flavor.

  • Gonzalo Kohler

    Dec 17, 2024

    This is the best She-Crab Soup recipe I've ever tried! Thank you for sharing it.

  • Jodie Murphy

    Oct 25, 2024

    My family absolutely loved this soup! It's definitely a special occasion dish.

  • Hipolito Dubuque

    Sep 4, 2023

    I doubled the recipe for a party, and it was a huge success! Everyone raved about it.

  • Mariela Will

    Aug 25, 2023

    I've made this recipe several times, and it's always a hit. The instructions are clear and easy to follow.

  • Bernard Schmidt

    Jun 29, 2023

    I didn't have any fresh dill, so I used dried. It still tasted great, but I'll definitely use fresh next time.

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