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Nova Scotia Seafood Chowder: A Comforting Delight!

Nova Scotia Seafood Chowder is a comforting and creamy dish filled with a variety of seafood, perfect for warming up on a chilly day.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Canadian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 medium potatoes peeled and diced
  • 4 cups seafood stock or fish stock
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup corn kernels fresh or frozen
  • 1 pound mixed seafood such as shrimp, scallops, and white fish, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the diced potatoes and seafood stock to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
  4. Stir in the heavy cream, milk, corn, thyme, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Gently fold in the mixed seafood and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the seafood is cooked through and opaque.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Remove from heat and let sit for a few minutes before serving.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a thicker chowder, you can mash some of the potatoes before adding the seafood.
  • Substitute the seafood with your favorite shellfish or use canned clams for a different flavor profile.

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