Lobster & Scallop Seafood Chowder

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🦞 Lobster & Scallop Seafood Chowder

Rich, creamy, and packed with seafood—lobster, scallops, and optional shrimp—this chowder is cozy enough for a weeknight but impressive enough for guests.

📝 Ingredients

Seafood

  • 1 lb cooked lobster meat, chopped
  • 1 lb sea scallops (cut into smaller pieces if large)
  • ½ lb shrimp (optional, peeled & deveined)

Vegetables & Aromatics

  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 2 medium potatoes, peeled & diced
  • 1 small carrot, diced (optional, for color)

Liquids & Dairy

  • 3 cups seafood stock (or chicken stock)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk

Seasonings

  • 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning (optional)

Garnish (Optional)

  • Fresh parsley or chives, chopped
  • Oyster crackers or crusty bread

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Sauté Aromatics
    In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and celery, sautéing until softened and fragrant (about 5 minutes). Add carrot if using.
  2. Cook Potatoes & Build Base
    Add diced potatoes and cook for 2–3 minutes. Pour in seafood stock and bring to a simmer. Add bay leaf, paprika, cayenne, Old Bay (if using), salt, and pepper. Simmer until potatoes are tender, about 10–12 minutes.
  3. Add Seafood
    Reduce heat to low. Stir in scallops, shrimp (if using), and lobster. Cook gently for 3–5 minutes, until scallops are opaque and shrimp are pink.
  4. Cream It Up
    Stir in heavy cream and milk. Heat gently—do not boil—to avoid curdling. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  5. Serve & Garnish
    Remove bay leaf. Ladle chowder into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley or chives. Serve with oyster crackers or crusty bread for dipping.

✨ Pro Tips

  • For extra richness, use a splash of sherry or white wine when adding stock.
  • Make it ahead! The flavors actually improve after a few hours.
  • Swap lobster for crab if you want a more budget-friendly twist.

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