Shrimp and Corn Chowder

Discover the creamy goodness of Shrimp and Corn Chowder, a comforting soup filled with succulent shrimp, sweet corn, and savory spices. Perfect for cozy dinners or family gatherings.Delicious Shrimp and Corn Chowder Recipe

Ingredients:

• 🍤 500g (1 lb) shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 🌽 2 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
• 🥔 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
• 🧅 1 medium onion, chopped
• 🥕 1 medium carrot, chopped
• 🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 🥛 3 cups seafood or vegetable stock
• 🥄 1 cup heavy cream (or coconut milk for a dairy-free option)
• 🧈 2 tbsp butter or olive oil
• 🌱 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 🌿 Fresh parsley or green onions for garnish
• 🧂 Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

• Prep: ⏱️ 15 minutes
• Cooking: ⏱️ 30 minutes
• Total: ⏱️ 45 minutes

Instructions:

1. Sauté the vegetables:
   🧈 Step 1: Heat butter or olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, and garlic. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
2. Add potatoes and stock:
   🥔 Step 2: Add diced potatoes and seafood or vegetable stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
3. Blend partially:
   🥣 Step 3: Use an immersion blender to puree about half of the soup, leaving some chunks for texture. (Alternatively, blend half the soup in a blender and return it to the pot.)
4. Add corn and shrimp:
   🍤 Step 4: Stir in the corn and shrimp. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the shrimp turn pink and opaque.
5. Finish with cream and seasoning:
   🥄 Step 5: Stir in the heavy cream and smoked paprika. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Heat gently without boiling.
6. Serve:
   🍵 Step 6: Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley or green onions.

Rich and Comforting!

Enjoy this chowder with a slice of crusty bread or a side salad