Seafood Chowder Recipe

Seafood Chowder Recipe

Ingredients:

• ¼ cup butter
• 1 medium onion, finely diced
• 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
• ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
• ¼ cup all-purpose flour
• 1 stalk celery, thinly sliced
• 1 carrot, thinly sliced
• 1 pound potatoes, peeled and cubed
• ½ cup corn kernels
• 5 cups seafood or chicken broth
• ½ cup white grape juice
• 8 ounces white fish (such as cod, salmon, tilapia, or haddock), cut into bite-sized pieces
• 8 ounces scallops
• 12 ounces shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 6 ½ ounces canned clams, drained and chopped
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
2. Stir in the Old Bay seasoning and thyme. Sprinkle the flour over the mixture and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly to form a smooth roux.
3. Add the celery, carrot, potatoes, and corn to the pot. Pour in the seafood or chicken broth along with the white grape juice, stirring thoroughly to combine all the ingredients.
4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer gently for 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
5. Gently fold in the white fish, scallops, shrimp, and clams. Allow the chowder to simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the seafood is fully cooked and opaque.
6. Stir in the heavy cream and continue to simmer for another 5 minutes, letting the flavors meld beautifully.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Before serving, garnish the chowder with freshly chopped parsley.

Enjoy this hearty and flavorful seafood chowder, perfect for any occasion!