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Crab & Corn Chowder

Hearty Crab & Corn Chowder for Cozy Nights In

Enjoy a comforting bowl of Crab & Corn Chowder, perfect for cozy nights with family or quiet evenings alone.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chowder
  • 1 cup Fresh Crab Meat substitute with canned crab if needed
  • 1 cup Sweet Corn frozen corn works as a substitute
  • 1 cup Cream or milk for a lighter option
  • 2 tablespoons Butter for sautéing vegetables
  • 1 medium Onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 stalks Celery diced
  • 4 cups Chicken Stock vegetable broth can be used
  • 2 tablespoons Roux flour and butter mixture
  • to taste Seasonings (salt, pepper, cayenne pepper) adjust according to your preference
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions for garnish

Equipment

  • large stockpot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large stockpot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add onions, garlic, and celery; sauté for about 5-7 minutes until softened.
  2. Sprinkle in flour, stirring continuously for 2 minutes until light golden.
  3. Gradually whisk in chicken stock, bringing to a gentle simmer for 5-10 minutes.
  4. Stir in crab meat and corn, cooking for an additional 10 minutes.
  5. Pour in cream and season with salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Ladle into serving bowls and garnish with green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 20gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a thicker chowder, blend a small portion before returning it to the pot.

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