AWARD WINNING SEA FOOD CHOWDER!
I was asked to make a seafood chowder as the appetizer for a meal. This is the recipe I pulled together and it was a hit! Several of the participants offered to take care of the leftovers! I poured the remaining soup into a glass jar and left it for them to sort out. Secretly " I " wanted to take it home! You can add whatever seafood you like such as clams, mussels, scampi, crawfish, crab, etc. Clams and mussels look amazing if cooked in the shell. If you are cutting the recipe in half, or want to reduce the cost, you may wish to increase the potato, use more fish and buy a frozen seafood mix rather than buying each seafood individually. Our family likes a thick soup but if you prefer something a little lighter, you can thin the soup out with milk or cream. Diet food this is not!
Provided by Kim A. Heaphy
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 50m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place large pot on medium-low heat. Add bacon and gently cook until it hits the crisp stage.
- Meanwhile, parboil potato in lightly salted water for about four minutes.
- Mix cream and potato soup together in a bowl.
- Remove bacon, chop it finely or crumble it and set aside.
- Add to the pot of bacon drippings, the butter, carrots, onion, and celery. Cook stirring frequently until onions are translucent and vegetables are tender. Add flour and cook for about a minute or until the flour starts to stick to the bottom of the pan. Add chicken stock, 30 to 50 ml at a time, stirring constantly to make a smooth, creamy soup base. Add more chicken stock than recommended if you find it a little too thick.
- Turn up heat to medium and add the raw seafood. Bring to a simmer and cook for three to five minutes, or until shrimp are pink and have curled into a tight "c".
- When shrimp are pink, add potato soup mixture. Gently stir. Thin out soup with cream or milk if you find it too thick. When it starts to simmer, remove from heat.
- Serve with crumbled bacon pieces as a garnish and crusty bread as a side.
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Umair Saifullah
[email protected]This chowder is a bit too salty for my taste. I would recommend reducing the amount of salt in the recipe.
Maqsood Ahamad
[email protected]I love that this chowder is made with fresh vegetables. It makes it so much more flavorful and healthy.
Abir Mahmud
[email protected]This chowder is easy to make and perfect for a quick weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover seafood.
Dipak Bist
[email protected]This chowder is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it. The flavors are amazing, and it's sure to impress your guests.
Sawera Naseer
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of seafood, but I loved this chowder. The flavors are so well-balanced, and the seafood is cooked perfectly.
papulindo Colon
[email protected]This chowder is the perfect way to warm up on a cold day. It's hearty and filling, and the flavors are incredible.
Sly boyflips
[email protected]I love the combination of seafood in this chowder. It's so flavorful and satisfying.
Aaditya Thakur
[email protected]This chowder is delicious and easy to make. I will definitely be making it again.
Khamyrin Caldwell
[email protected]I've made this chowder several times now, and it's always a hit. My family and friends love it!
TANVIR YT9
[email protected]This chowder is so creamy and flavorful. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.
Matthew Denning
[email protected]I love that this chowder is made with fresh seafood. It makes all the difference in the flavor.
Iona Davis
[email protected]This chowder is a must-try for any seafood lover. It's packed with flavor and sure to please everyone at the table.
Stala Zulu
[email protected]I've never made seafood chowder before, but this recipe made it easy. It turned out great!
Pria Islam
[email protected]This chowder is simply delicious. The flavors are perfectly balanced, and the seafood is cooked perfectly.
bk mizan
[email protected]I made this chowder for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
Ashraf Adam
[email protected]This chowder is so easy to make, and it's so delicious. I love that I can use whatever seafood I have on hand.
Arya Khan
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
sharon eboola
[email protected]This is the best seafood chowder I've ever had. The flavors are incredible, and the seafood is cooked to perfection.
Johnathan Redburn
[email protected]I've made this chowder several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter night.
Albert Kanser
[email protected]This chowder is a seafood lover's dream! The combination of shrimp, clams, and fish is perfect, and the broth is rich and flavorful.