Tomato, Fennel, and Crab Soup
Tomato, Fennel, and Crab Soup is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Heat 1/4 cup oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat.
-
Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
-
Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
-
Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionHeat 1/4 cup oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat.
Add onions, fennel slices, and garlic; sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper.
Sauté until onions and fennel are tender, stirring often and adjusting heat to medium if browning too quickly, about 15 minutes.
Add tomatoes with juice and 2 cups broth and bring to boil.
Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until flavors blend and vegetables are very tender, about 15 minutes.
Stir in crabmeat and add more broth by 1/4 cupfuls to thin soup, if desired; simmer just until heated through, 3 to 4 minutes.
Season soup with salt and pepper.
Divide soup among bowls.
Sprinkle each with chopped fennel fronds.
Drizzle each serving with oil.
Serve with toasts.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.