Zella's Crab Stew

Directions

1. 1
   In a medium saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter.
2. 2
   Add the shrimp and cook over moderately high heat until starting to brown.
3. 3
   Add the sherry and cook for 2 minutes.
4. 4
   Add the clam juice and water; bring to a boil.
5. 5
   Simmer over moderately low heat for 10 minutes.
6. 6
   Strain the broth; you should have 2 1/2 cups.
7. 7
   Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter.
8. 8
   Add the onion and garlic; cook over moderate heat until softened.
9. 9
   Add the paprika and chipotle; cook, stirring, for 3 minutes.
10. 10
    Stir in the flour.
11. 11
    Whisk the broth into the saucepan; cook until smooth, then bring to a boil.
12. 12
    Simmer over low heat, whisking until just thickened, 5 minutes.
13. 13
    Stir in the cream and simmer for 5 minutes.
14. 14
    Season with salt and pepper.
15. 15
    In a large skillet, melt the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter.
16. 16
    Gently stir in the crab and cook over moderate heat, tossing a few times, until warmed through, about 4 minutes.
17. 17
    Season with salt and pepper.
18. 18
    Spoon the steamed rice into shallow bowls.
19. 19
    Ladle the shellfish sauce over the rice and top with the crab.
20. 20
    Sprinkle with parsley and serve.