Description
Bobby Flay’s Crab & Corn Chowder brings coastal comfort to your kitchen with rich, creamy layers of seafood and sweet corn. Hearty ingredients and bold seasonings create a delightful bowl that connects coastal memories with home-cooked warmth.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound crab meat (preferably lump or jumbo)
- 4 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Finishing Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a spacious pot over medium heat (375°F), introducing diced onion, celery, and vibrant red bell pepper. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until vegetables become translucent and tender.
- Introduce minced garlic and toast for 30 seconds, releasing its aromatic essence.
- Incorporate fresh corn kernels, rich chicken broth, and smoky paprika. Elevate to a gentle simmer and allow ingredients to meld for 10 minutes.
- Pour in velvety heavy cream, continuing to simmer for an additional 5 minutes to develop depth of flavor.
- Tenderly fold succulent crab meat and creamy butter into the chowder. Maintain a low simmer for 3-4 minutes, allowing ingredients to harmonize.
- Calibrate seasoning with salt and freshly cracked pepper, then brighten with a splash of zesty lemon juice.
- Transfer the luxurious chowder into serving vessels, finishing with a delicate sprinkle of chopped fresh parsley for a vibrant garnish.
Notes
- Choose fresh, high-quality crab meat for the most authentic and rich seafood flavor.
- Opt for sweet corn kernels during summer months when they’re at peak freshness for maximum sweetness.
- Adjust the thickness by adding more or less chicken broth depending on your preferred chowder consistency.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk to reduce calories without sacrificing creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg