Key Largo Seafood Chowder

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 14
Key Largo Seafood Chowder is a rich and creamy soup filled with chunks of seafood, potatoes, and Caribbean flavors
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Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/4 cup diced green pepper ( grilled pepper ) ( optional )
1/4 cup diced red pepper ( grilled pepper ) ( optional )
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 cup diced onion
1/3 cup diced carrot
1/4 cup diced celery
6 3/4 cups water
1/3 cup cream , base
16 ounces chopped minced clams with juice
15 ounces diced tomatoes , drained
2 large white potatoes , peeled and diced ( sweet potatoes ) ( optional )
1/4 cup clam base
1 5/8 teaspoons caribbean jerk seasoning
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
8 ounces thawed drained peeled deveined shrimp ( about 71-90 ct or baby shrimp , fresh or canned and drained )
8 ounces bay scallops , raw
1/4 cup sliced scallion

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
425
Sugar
8g
Fat
25g
Key Largo Seafood Chowder is a traditional Floridian dish that draws inspiration from the abundant seafood found in the region. The creamy texture combined with the unique taste of Caribbean jerk seasoning and other spices makes this chowder truly unique. Served steaming hot, it makes for a comforting meal on a cold day. Feel free to add grilled peppers for extra flavor and freshness.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat.
2.Add diced onion, carrot, celery, green pepper, and red pepper and cook until softened.
3.Add water, cream base, chopped clams with juice, drained diced tomatoes, diced potatoes, and clam base. Bring to a boil.
4.Add Caribbean jerk seasoning and cayenne pepper and simmer until potatoes are cooked through.
5.Add thawed shrimp and raw bay scallops and cook until shrimp are pink and scallops are opaque.
6.Top with sliced scallions and serve hot.

PROS

Filled with a variety of seafood and vegetables, Key Largo Seafood Chowder is a hearty and filling meal that is packed with flavor.

The Caribbean jerk seasoning adds a unique and delicious twist to the traditional chowder recipe.

CONS

The addition of heavy cream and potatoes makes this chowder high in calories and carbohydrates.

People with shellfish allergies should avoid this dish.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Seafood is a great source of protein and is rich in vitamins and minerals such as omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin B12.
Tomatoes, celery, and carrots provide antioxidants, vitamins, and fiber.
However, the soup is high in sodium and should be consumed in moderation.

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