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Creamy Seafood Chowder Recipe

Creamy Seafood Chowder Recipe

5.2 from 26 reviews

This creamy seafood chowder is a comforting and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cozy night in. Packed with a variety of seafood and vegetables in a rich, creamy broth, this chowder is sure to warm you up from the inside out.

Ingredients

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Seafood Chowder:

  • 1 lb mixed seafood (such as shrimp, scallops, and fish), chopped
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups fish or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Saute Vegetables: In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, celery, carrots, and garlic. Cook until vegetables are soft.
  2. Add Flour: Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
  3. Add Broth: Gradually pour in the fish or vegetable broth, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
  4. Simmer: Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until slightly thickened.
  5. Add Seafood: Add the mixed seafood to the pot and cook until seafood is cooked through.
  6. Finish: Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper. Simmer for a few more minutes until heated through.
  7. Serve: Ladle the chowder into bowls and garnish with fresh herbs. Enjoy hot!

Notes

  • You can customize this chowder with your favorite seafood options.
  • For a thicker chowder, you can add more flour to the recipe.
  • This chowder pairs well with crusty bread or oyster crackers.

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