Description
Comforting Shrimp Corn Chowder simmers with coastal flavors, blending sweet corn and succulent seafood in a creamy broth. Hearty spoonfuls promise warmth and satisfaction, inviting you to savor each rich, maritime-inspired bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 3 ears corn or 2 cups frozen corn kernels
- 2 medium potatoes, diced
Aromatics and Vegetables:
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Liquid and Seasoning:
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
Optional Garnish:
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by peeling and deveining shrimp, dicing potatoes, chopping onions, celery, and garlic, and cutting corn kernels off the cob if using fresh corn.
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat, then sauté onions, celery, and garlic until vegetables become translucent and fragrant, approximately 4-5 minutes.
- Sprinkle flour over the softened vegetables, stirring continuously to create a light roux and prevent burning, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Gradually pour chicken broth into the pot, whisking consistently to eliminate any flour lumps and create a smooth base.
- Add diced potatoes and corn kernels, then season with salt, pepper, and dried thyme. Simmer uncovered for 10-12 minutes until potatoes become tender.
- Pour heavy cream into the pot, stirring to incorporate and create a rich, creamy texture. Reduce heat to low.
- Gently add shrimp to the simmering chowder, cooking for 3-4 minutes until they turn pink and are just cooked through.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, ensuring balanced flavors throughout the soup.
- Ladle hot chowder into serving bowls and garnish with fresh parsley and sliced green onions for added brightness and color.
- Serve immediately while hot, enjoying the creamy, seafood-infused soup with crusty bread or crackers.
Notes
- Shrimp Selection Matters: Choose medium-sized, fresh shrimp with firm, translucent flesh to ensure the best texture and flavor in your chowder.
- Prevent Rubbery Shrimp: Cook shrimp just until they turn pink to avoid overcooking, which can make them tough and chewy.
- Creamy Consistency Trick: Whisk flour thoroughly to prevent lumps and create a smooth, velvety base for your chowder.
- Dietary Adaptations: Swap heavy cream with coconut milk for a dairy-free version, or use gluten-free flour to make the recipe celiac-friendly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg