Instant Pot Maryland Crab Soup
Instant Pot Maryland Crab Soup is a creamy, flavorful dish that brings the taste of the Chesapeake Bay right to your table. Bursting with fresh lump crab meat, tender Yukon Gold potatoes, and aromatic spices like Old Bay, this soup offers a warm embrace in every bowl. Perfect for cozy nights or festive gatherings, it’s quick to prepare yet impressive enough to delight your guests. With just a few simple steps, you can enjoy a comforting bowl of this seafood delight that transports you to the seaside with every spoonful.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 lb fresh lump crab meat
- 2 cups Yukon Gold potatoes (diced)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 2 stalks celery (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (with juice)
- 2 tsp Old Bay seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Set your Instant Pot to sauté mode. Add olive oil and sauté onions and celery until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Mix in garlic and Old Bay seasoning, stirring until fragrant.
- Add diced potatoes, diced tomatoes with juice, and chicken broth; stir gently.
- Secure the lid, set to sealing mode, and cook on high pressure for 8 minutes.
- Perform a quick release after cooking is complete.
- Gently fold in lump crab meat until warmed through. Serve hot with parsley garnish if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For a creamier texture, add a splash of heavy cream before serving. - Feel free to customize with additional vegetables like corn or spinach for extra nutrition.