
Crab Chowder
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This crab chowder is one of my go to comfort dishes when I want something special but don't have much time. With just 45 minutes from start to table, it's perfect for a weeknight dinner that still feels fancy. The crab gives it that restaurant quality taste without breaking the bank, and potatoes provide wonderful complex carbs that keep you satisfied. I love how simple the technique is too, just sauté your aromatics, add the broth and potatoes, then finish with cream and that sweet crab meat. It's pure coastal comfort in a bowl.
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Ingredients
- 400potatoes
- 250 dicedonions
- 6 clovesgarlic
- 250crab meat
- 500chicken broth
- 200dairy milk
- 20 slicesbutter
- 20 tablespoonsall-purpose flour
- 5 grainssalt
- 3 grainsblack pepper
- 20parsley
- 20 tablespoonslemon juice
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Heat the butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onions and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Tip: Use a large pot to avoid overflowing.
- 2
Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Tip: Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- 3
Add the chicken broth, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce the heat to low.
Tip: Let the soup simmer for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- 4
Add the diced potatoes, flour, and butter. Stir until the potatoes are well coated.
Tip: Use a spoon to scrape the bottom of the pot for all the browned bits.
- 5
Bring the mixture to a boil and then reduce the heat to medium-high. Add the crab meat and cook for 3-4 minutes until pink and cooked through.
Tip: Use a spoon to break up the crab meat if it's not already flaked.
- 6
Stir in the dairy milk and chopped parsley. Simmer the soup for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
Tip: Be careful not to curdle the milk.
- 7
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Tip: Add a squeeze of lemon juice for extra brightness.
- 8
Serve the chowder hot, garnished with chopped parsley and a dollop of butter if desired.
Tip: Enjoy warm and comforting!
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