Chesapeake Chowder

Health score
12%
Chesapeake Chowder
70 min.
25
89kcal

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Warm your soul with a bowl of Chesapeake Chowder, a delightful fusion of flavors that pays homage to the rich culinary traditions of the Chesapeake Bay. This hearty soup is perfect for gatherings, making it an excellent starter or snack for your next event. With its succulent chunks of crabmeat, tender shrimp, and vibrant vegetables, each spoonful captures the essence of coastal comfort food.

Imagine a comforting pot simmering on your stovetop, filling your kitchen with the aroma of sautéed onions, garlic, and celery. You’ll enjoy the pleasant interplay of flavors as a splash of dry white wine and a hint of Old Bay seasoning bring out the natural sweetness of fresh seafood. The addition of creamy richness from heavy cream creates a luscious texture, making every bite a creamy delight.

Serving 25 people, Chesapeake Chowder is not just a dish, but a centerpiece that brings friends and family together. Whether you're hosting a festive gathering or simply craving a warm treat, this chowder is a satisfying and nutritious option. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and an extra touch of flavor. Dive into this deliciously wholesome dish, and let the comforting waves of the Chesapeake Bay wash over you with each delicious mouthful!

Ingredients

  • rib celery stalks chopped
  • cup wine dry white
  • 2.5 cups chicken broth 
  • oz bottled clam juice 
  • 0.5 pound crab meat fresh
  • 0.3 cup flour all-purpose
  •  garlic clove minced
  • 0.5 cup cup heavy whipping cream 
  • tablespoon old bay seasoning 
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  •  onion chopped
  • 25 servings parsley fresh chopped
  •  potatoes - remove skin diced red peeled
  • 0.5 pound shrimp fresh unpeeled

Equipment

  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Peel shrimp; devein, if desired.
  2. Drain and flake crabmeat, removing any bits of shell. Set seafood aside.
  3. Saut onion, garlic, and celery in hot oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat 8 minutes or until tender. Stir in flour, and cook, stirring constantly, 1 minute. Stir in broth and next 4 ingredients. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat, and simmer, stirring occasionally, 30 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
  4. Stir in shrimp, crabmeat, and heavy cream; cook over low heat 5 minutes or just until shrimp turn pink.
  5. Garnish, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories89kcal
Protein23.84%
Fat27.72%
Carbs48.44%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.44
Glycemic Load
0.89
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
8.2208695619003%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.07mg
Epicatechin
0.05mg
Hesperetin
0.04mg
Naringenin
0.04mg
Apigenin
8.62mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Isorhamnetin
0.22mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Myricetin
0.6mg
Quercetin
1.19mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:88.71kcal
4.44%
Fat:2.57g
3.95%
Saturated Fat:1.22g
7.64%
Carbohydrates:10.1g
3.37%
Net Carbohydrates:9.07g
3.3%
Sugar:1.42g
1.57%
Cholesterol:24.26mg
8.09%
Sodium:218.71mg
9.51%
Alcohol:0.99g
100%
Alcohol %:1.06%
100%
Protein:4.97g
9.94%
Vitamin K:68.7µg
65.43%
Vitamin B12:0.83µg
13.86%
Vitamin C:10.56mg
12.8%
Copper:0.2mg
9.76%
Vitamin A:430.77IU
8.62%
Potassium:292.6mg
8.36%
Phosphorus:77.48mg
7.75%
Manganese:0.13mg
6.45%
Selenium:4.31µg
6.16%
Zinc:0.92mg
6.11%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.7%
Magnesium:22.15mg
5.54%
Folate:22.14µg
5.53%
Iron:0.85mg
4.74%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
4.21%
Fiber:1.03g
4.11%
Vitamin B3:0.81mg
4.07%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
3.2%
Calcium:28.91mg
2.89%
Vitamin B5:0.21mg
2.06%
Vitamin E:0.18mg
1.22%
Source:My Recipes