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seafood chowder soup recipe

A quick and hearty seafood chowder made with frozen mixed seafood, creamy base, and tender vegetables. Perfect for cold nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 16 oz frozen mixed seafood shrimp, fish, scallops
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 tbsp flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 cups seafood broth
  • 2 Yukon gold potatoes diced
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 celery stalks diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme
  • 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Method
 

  1. Thaw seafood in cold water for 10–15 minutes and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Melt butter and olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  3. Whisk in flour to form a roux and cook until bubbly.
  4. Slowly pour in milk and seafood broth, stirring constantly.
  5. Add diced potatoes and onions. Simmer for 15 minutes or until tender.
  6. Stir in thawed seafood and cook uncovered for 5-7 minutes until shrimp turns pink.
  7. Season with lemon juice and adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with crusty bread.