Hearty Nova Scotia Seafood Chowder for Cozy Nights In
Hearty Nova Scotia Seafood Chowder for Cozy Nights In is your go-to comfort dish, perfect for chilly evenings spent indoors. This rich and creamy chowder combines tender white fish, succulent shrimp, and delicate scallops, all simmered in a flavorful seafood stock. Paired with hearty potatoes and aromatic herbs, this chowder not only warms your soul but also tantalizes your taste buds. Quick to prepare and delightful to serve, it offers an inviting experience whether you’re hosting friends or simply enjoying a cozy night at home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 pound white fish (haddock, cod, or halibut)
- 1 pound shrimp
- 1 pound scallops
- 2 medium potatoes
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 medium onion
- 4 cups seafood stock (or chicken stock)
- Fresh herbs (thyme, bay leaf)
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Wash vegetables thoroughly; dice potatoes; mince garlic; chop onion.
- Sauté aromatics: Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat; add onions and garlic; sauté until translucent.
- Cook potatoes: Add diced potatoes to the pot; stir; pour in seafood stock and bring to a gentle boil; simmer until potatoes are tender.
- Add seafood: Stir in white fish first, followed by shrimp, scallops, and mussels; cook until seafood is done.
- Incorporate dairy: Mix in heavy cream and whole milk; simmer gently until heated through.
- Season & serve: Add fresh herbs; adjust seasoning to taste; serve hot in bowls.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg