Shellfish Chowder

Gluten Free
Health score
20%
Shellfish Chowder
40 min.
4
435kcal

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Welcome to a culinary delight that's perfect for any seafood lover: Shellfish Chowder! This creamy, dreamy chowder is a heavenly blend of rich flavors that will warm you from the inside out. Imagine a bowl filled with succulent shrimp, tender scallops, and luscious lobster, all swimming in a velvety soup that's both indulgent and comforting. Each spoonful is a celebration of the ocean’s bounty, making it the ideal dish for a cozy lunch or a sumptuous dinner.

What makes this Shellfish Chowder even more appealing is its gluten-free nature, allowing everyone to enjoy this rich and hearty dish without worry. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings with friends and family. The delightful notes of fresh herbs like chives and cilantro elevate the chowder, giving it a vibrant freshness that balances its rich creaminess beautifully.

With just the right touch of cayenne pepper to kick things up a notch, this chowder is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, making it a wholesome choice for your main course. So gather your loved ones around the table, ladle up a warm bowl of Shellfish Chowder, and savor the flavors of the sea in every bite. Your culinary adventure awaits!

Ingredients

  • slices bacon finely chopped
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground pepper 
  • 0.8 cup bottled clam juice 
  • tablespoons chives fresh chopped
  • tablespoons cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • 0.5 lb lump crab meat picked over shelled cooked cut into 1/2-inch-thick pieces, or 1/2 lb lump crabmeat,
  •  potato boiling cut into 1/4-inch dice (1 1/2 cups) ()
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 lb scallops quartered
  • 0.5 cup shallots finely chopped (2 large)
  • 0.3 lb shrimp shelled deveined cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 2.5 cups milk whole

Equipment

  • paper towels
  • pot
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Cook bacon in a 5-quart heavy pot over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp, about 5 minutes.
  2. Transfer bacon with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain.
  3. Pour off all but 1 tablespoon fat from pot and stir in potatoes, shallots, and clam juice. Simmer, covered, until potatoes are tender and most of liquid is evaporated, about 8 minutes. Stir in milk and cayenne and return just to a simmer.
  4. Add shrimp, scallops, and salt and simmer, stirring occasionally, until shellfish is just cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in lobster and half of herbs and simmer 1 minute.
  5. Serve chowder topped with bacon and remaining herbs.

Nutrition Facts

Calories435kcal
Protein31.76%
Fat34.93%
Carbs33.31%

Properties

Glycemic Index
44.25
Glycemic Load
3.93
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
25.990869594657%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.1mg
Kaempferol
0.15mg
Quercetin
0.87mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:434.85kcal
21.74%
Fat:16.85g
25.92%
Saturated Fat:6.69g
41.82%
Carbohydrates:36.14g
12.05%
Net Carbohydrates:33.15g
12.05%
Sugar:12.54g
13.93%
Cholesterol:119.51mg
39.84%
Sodium:1734.83mg
75.43%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:34.46g
68.92%
Vitamin B12:6.88µg
114.61%
Phosphorus:656.58mg
65.66%
Selenium:37.41µg
53.44%
Copper:0.84mg
42.24%
Zinc:5.74mg
38.25%
Potassium:1219.63mg
34.85%
Vitamin B6:0.61mg
30.33%
Calcium:263.68mg
26.37%
Magnesium:104.43mg
26.11%
Vitamin C:18.69mg
22.65%
Vitamin B1:0.3mg
20.3%
Vitamin B3:3.69mg
18.46%
Vitamin B2:0.31mg
18.38%
Folate:68.56µg
17.14%
Manganese:0.31mg
15.39%
Vitamin B5:1.47mg
14.68%
Fiber:2.99g
11.98%
Vitamin D:1.79µg
11.92%
Iron:2.05mg
11.37%
Vitamin A:452.07IU
9.04%
Vitamin K:7.65µg
7.28%
Vitamin E:0.29mg
1.95%
Source:Epicurious