Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Bobby Flay’s Crab & Corn Chowder, a rich and creamy soup that beautifully marries the sweetness of corn with tender crab meat. Perfect for any occasion, this chowder is easy to prepare and makes for an impressive appetizer or main course. With its luxurious texture and delightful spices, it’s sure to impress your family and friends at gatherings or cozy nights in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped celery
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 2 cups seafood stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 pound lump crab meat (fresh or canned)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add onion and celery, sautéing until softened (5–7 minutes). Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, thyme, and rosemary; stir well to bloom the spices.
- Incorporate corn kernels into the mixture.
- Pour in seafood stock and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Gradually mix in heavy cream and whole milk, stirring until combined.
- Fold in crab meat gently, ensuring it’s distributed evenly.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 80mg