Nova Scotia Seafood Chowder
A hearty and creamy chowder featuring fresh Nova Scotia seafood, potatoes, and sweet corn, perfect for a comforting coastal meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Canadian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 3 cups seafood stock or clam juice
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup sweet corn kernels
- 8 oz fresh cod or haddock fillets, cut into chunks
- 8 oz cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 oz sea scallops
- 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and celery; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add potatoes and seafood stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and milk, then add sweet corn. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Add cod, shrimp, scallops, and thyme. Cook gently until seafood is opaque and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Season chowder with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
For extra richness, finish with a splash of sherry or sprinkle with crispy bacon bits before serving.
Find it online: https://foodiedishes.com/nova-scotia-seafood-chowder/