Description
This creamy and comforting Seafood Chowder features tender shrimp, flaky cod, and optional scallops or crab meat simmered in a rich broth with vegetables and herbs. Perfect for a cozy meal, it combines the sweetness of fresh seafood with hearty potatoes and a touch of creaminess, creating a classic American soup that’s easy to prepare and bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
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Seafood Chowder Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
- 3 cups seafood or chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ½ pound cod or white fish, cut into chunks
- ½ cup scallops or crab meat (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large pot, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, celery, and carrots, cooking for 5 to 6 minutes until they are softened and fragrant.
- Add Spices and Potatoes: Stir in the diced potatoes, salt, black pepper, paprika, and dried thyme to coat the vegetables evenly with flavor.
- Simmer Broth and Potatoes: Pour in the seafood or chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer gently for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the potatoes become tender when pierced with a fork.
- Incorporate Cream and Milk: Stir in the heavy cream and whole milk into the pot, blending to create the chowder’s creamy base.
- Cook Seafood: Add the shrimp, chunks of cod or white fish, and scallops or crab meat if using. Simmer gently for 5 to 7 minutes, until all seafood pieces turn opaque and are cooked through completely.
- Adjust Seasoning and Garnish: Taste the chowder and adjust salt or pepper as needed. Finally, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top for a bright, herbal finish before serving.
Notes
- For extra richness, stir in an additional tablespoon of butter just before serving.
- Frozen seafood mix can be used as a convenient option, but be sure to thaw and drain it before adding to the chowder.
- Serve this chowder with crusty bread or oyster crackers for a complete and satisfying meal.
