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seafood chowder recipe: 5 Steps to Perfect Comfort on Chilly Days


  • Author: ushinzomr

Description

This creamy seafood chowder is loaded with fresh seafood and vegetables, making it the perfect comfort food for chilly days.


Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups fish stock or clam juice
  • 2 medium potatoes, diced
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 pound mixed seafood (shrimp, scallops, and fish fillets)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onions, celery, and carrots, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the fish stock or clam juice and add the diced potatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
  4. Add the corn and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Bring back to a simmer.
  5. Add the mixed seafood and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the seafood is cooked through and opaque.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Feel free to use any combination of seafood you prefer.
  • For a spicier chowder, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
  • This chowder can be made ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 2 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3
  • Sodium: 800
  • Fat: 20
  • Saturated Fat: 10
  • Carbohydrates: 30
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 15

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