Description
Creamy New England Shrimp Chowder blends coastal comfort with rich, velvety flavors that dance on your palate. Hearty potatoes, succulent shrimp, and smoky bacon create a maritime melody you’ll savor to the last spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood:
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 0.5 lb white fish (cod or halibut), chopped
Vegetables and Base:
- 2 cups potatoes, diced
- 1 cup onions, chopped
- 0.5 cup celery, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup corn kernels
Liquids and Seasonings:
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup milk
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare a large pot and melt butter over medium heat, creating a golden foundation for the chowder’s rich flavor profile.
- Sauté onions, celery, and garlic until translucent and fragrant, releasing their aromatic essence into the cooking base.
- Sprinkle flour over the vegetable mixture, stirring continuously to create a smooth roux that will thicken the chowder’s texture.
- Gradually pour in chicken broth, whisking consistently to prevent any lumps and ensure a silky consistency.
- Add diced potatoes, corn, bay leaves, thyme, salt, and black pepper, allowing the ingredients to simmer and meld their flavors for 10-12 minutes until potatoes become tender.
- Incorporate chopped white fish into the simmering mixture, cooking for 3-4 minutes until the fish begins to flake and become opaque.
- Gently fold in the peeled shrimp, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until they turn pink and develop a delicate, succulent texture.
- Pour in heavy cream and milk, stirring to create a luxurious, creamy base that envelops the seafood and vegetables.
- Remove bay leaves and adjust seasoning to taste, ensuring a balanced and harmonious flavor profile.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley just before serving, adding a vibrant, herbaceous finish to the chowder.
- Ladle the hot chowder into bowls, presenting a comforting and hearty seafood dish perfect for any occasion.
Notes
- Swap white fish for plant-based alternatives like firm tofu or hearts of palm to create a vegetarian version that maintains a similar texture and protein content.
- Reduce dairy by using coconut milk or unsweetened almond milk for a lighter, lactose-free option that still delivers creamy richness.
- Control sodium levels by using low-sodium chicken broth and reducing added salt, making the chowder more heart-friendly without compromising flavor depth.
- Boost nutritional value by adding extra vegetables like diced carrots or bell peppers, increasing fiber and vitamin content while enhancing the chowder’s complexity.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg