Description
A creamy and hearty chowder blending the sweetness of corn with juicy shrimp and smoky bacon, this recipe offers cozy comfort in every spoonful. Perfect for chilly evenings or when you’re craving something soothing and satisfying.
Ingredients
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 cups sweet corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
4 slices bacon, chopped
1 small onion, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp butter
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
3 cups chicken or seafood stock
1 cup heavy cream
Salt and pepper to taste
Paprika or cayenne (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving the drippings in the pot.
- Add butter, then sauté onion, celery, and garlic until soft (about 5-7 minutes).
- Sprinkle flour over the vegetables, stir, and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Gradually add stock while whisking to avoid lumps.
- Stir in corn and cooked bacon. Simmer 10-15 minutes.
- Add shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 3-5 minutes.
- Lower heat, stir in cream, and simmer gently for 2-3 minutes.
- Season with salt, pepper, and optional spices. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner