Description
Hearty Nova Scotia Seafood Chowder for Cozy Nights In is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. This creamy chowder showcases the best of fresh Atlantic seafood, including shrimp, scallops, mussels, and white fish, all enveloped in a rich broth that warms the soul. With its simple preparation and delightful flavors, this dish is ideal for cozy family dinners or intimate gatherings with friends. In under an hour, you can whip up a bowl of this delicious chowder that promises to satisfy even the pickiest eaters. Serve it hot with crusty bread for a complete meal that brings warmth and joy to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1 cup Whole Milk
- 1 pound White Fish (Haddock, Cod, or Halibut)
- 1 pound Shrimp
- 1 pound Scallops
- 1 pound Mussels
- 2 medium Potatoes
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 medium Onion
- 1 cup White Wine
- 4 cups Seafood Stock
- 2 sprigs Aromatic Herbs (Thyme, Bay Leaf)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and chop onions, garlic, and potatoes into small pieces.
- In a large pot over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and sauté chopped onion until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in diced potatoes and cook for about 5 minutes until they start to soften.
- Deglaze the pot with white wine (if using), then add heavy cream, whole milk, seafood stock, and aromatic herbs.
- Once at a gentle boil, add seafood: white fish cut into chunks, shrimp, scallops, and mussels. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes until cooked through.
- Taste for seasoning adjustments before serving hot with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Canadian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 100mg