Creamy Lobster & Scallop Chowder Delight Recipe
Experience the rich and comforting flavors of this Creamy Lobster & Scallop Chowder Delight, a luxurious seafood soup that combines tender lobster meat and succulent scallops in a velvety, herb-infused cream base perfect for a cozy meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood
- 1 pound fresh lobster meat, chopped
- 1 pound sea scallops, cleaned and quartered
Vegetables & Aromatics
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
Liquids and Seasoning
- 4 cups seafood stock
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Olive oil (for sautéing, approx 2 tablespoons)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and chopped celery, cooking until they become translucent and soft, about 5 minutes.
- Add Garlic and Thyme: Stir in the minced garlic and thyme, cooking for an additional 1 minute to release their fragrant flavors without browning.
- Add Potatoes and Stock: Add the diced potatoes to the pot, then pour in the seafood stock. Increase heat to bring to a gentle boil.
- Simmer Potatoes: Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Add Cream: Slowly stir in the heavy cream, mixing well to combine and create a creamy chowder base.
- Cook Seafood: Gently fold in the chopped lobster meat and quartered scallops. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the scallops and lobster are opaque and cooked through.
- Season and Garnish: Season the chowder with salt and pepper to taste. Ladle into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
- For a thicker chowder, you can mash a few pieces of potato in the pot before adding the cream.
- If seafood stock is unavailable, chicken stock or clam juice can be used as a substitute for a different flavor profile.
- Ensure scallops and lobster are not overcooked to maintain their delicate texture.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or milk, keeping in mind the chowder will be less rich.
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