Delicious Nova Scotia Seafood Chowder Recipe to Savor!
Experience the warmth of the Atlantic coast with this rich and creamy Nova Scotia Seafood Chowder, filled with the freshest seafood. Perfect for cozy gatherings or a comforting weeknight dinner, this chowder is a true taste of maritime heritage.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Canadian
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups diced potatoes
- 4 cups seafood stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 pound fresh fish (like haddock or cod), skinless and boneless, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 cup scallops, cleaned and halved
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until it becomes translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add the diced potatoes to the pot, stirring to coat them in the butter and aromatics. Pour in the seafood stock and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Once the potatoes are tender, stir in the heavy cream and dried thyme. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Allow the chowder to heat through on low for about 5 minutes, ensuring it doesn't boil.
- Gently fold in the fish, shrimp, and scallops. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the seafood is opaque and cooked through. Be careful not to overcook, as seafood can become tough.
- Remove the chowder from heat. Adjust seasoning if needed and garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk or a plant-based cream alternative. You can also swap out shrimp for crab meat or lobster for a more luxurious chowder.