Corn-and-Crab Chowder

Health score
3%
Corn-and-Crab Chowder
75 min.
20
179kcal

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If you're looking for a comforting bowl of deliciousness that will warm your heart and delight your taste buds, look no further than this exquisite Corn-and-Crab Chowder. Perfect for gatherings, this hearty soup serves 20 generous portions, making it an ideal choice for family get-togethers, parties, or any occasion that calls for a special touch. The combination of tender, sweet corn and succulent lump crabmeat creates a delightful harmony of flavors that tantalizes the palate.

The fragrant aromas of sautéed bacon, fresh vegetables, and rich chicken broth fill your kitchen as you prepare this chowder. Each spoonful offers a creamy texture, complemented by the slight kick from jalapeño peppers, while the garnish of fresh cilantro adds a vibrant touch that brightens the dish beautifully. It's a recipe that not only satisfies cravings but also showcases the bounty of fresh ingredients.

Whether you're serving it as a cozy starter or a satisfying snack, this chowder will undoubtedly leave your guests reaching for seconds. Plus, you can easily customize it to swap for shrimp or chicken, ensuring everyone gets their favorite flavors. Don’t forget to top it off with crumbled bacon and oyster crackers for that extra crunch! Dive into this delightful chowder, and let it transport you to a place of warmth and contentment.

Ingredients

  • slices bacon 
  • rib celery diced
  • 32 oz chicken broth 
  • 20 servings garnish: cilantro fresh chopped
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • cups corn kernels fresh (6 ears)
  • medium size bell pepper diced green
  •  jalapeno diced seeded
  • pound lump crab meat fresh drained
  • medium onion diced
  • 20 servings oyster crackers 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • cup whipping cream 

Equipment

  • paper towels
  • whisk
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Cook bacon in a Dutch oven over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes or until crisp; remove bacon, and drain on paper towels, reserving 2 Tbsp. drippings in Dutch oven. Crumble bacon.
  2. Saut celery and next 3 ingredients in hot drippings 5 to 6 minutes or until tender.
  3. Whisk together broth and flour until smooth.
  4. Add to celery mixture. Stir in corn. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer, stirring occasionally, 30 minutes. Gently stir in crabmeat and next 4 ingredients; cook 4 to 5 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
  5. Serve warm with crumbled bacon and oyster crackers.
  6. Garnish, if desired.
  7. *1 lb. peeled cooked shrimp or chopped cooked chicken may be substituted.

Nutrition Facts

Calories179kcal
Protein17.65%
Fat43.62%
Carbs38.73%

Properties

Glycemic Index
13.6
Glycemic Load
0.76
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
8.8869564118593%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.29mg
Isorhamnetin
0.28mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Quercetin
1.44mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:178.99kcal
8.95%
Fat:8.77g
13.49%
Saturated Fat:3.97g
24.8%
Carbohydrates:17.51g
5.84%
Net Carbohydrates:16.4g
5.96%
Sugar:2.51g
2.79%
Cholesterol:28.24mg
9.41%
Sodium:608mg
26.43%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.98g
15.97%
Vitamin B12:2.12µg
35.26%
Selenium:12.21µg
17.45%
Copper:0.26mg
13.08%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.94%
Zinc:1.72mg
11.46%
Vitamin C:9.24mg
11.2%
Folate:43.8µg
10.95%
Manganese:0.22mg
10.91%
Phosphorus:106.94mg
10.69%
Vitamin B3:2.09mg
10.44%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.35%
Iron:1.25mg
6.93%
Magnesium:26.32mg
6.58%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.64%
Vitamin K:5.85µg
5.57%
Vitamin A:275.05IU
5.5%
Potassium:183.88mg
5.25%
Fiber:1.12g
4.46%
Vitamin B5:0.4mg
4%
Vitamin E:0.4mg
2.67%
Calcium:26.22mg
2.62%
Vitamin D:0.22µg
1.45%
Source:My Recipes