Description
Bobby Flay’s Crab & Corn Chowder is a luxurious dish that combines the sweetness of fresh corn with succulent lump crab meat, creating a comforting bowl perfect for any occasion. This chowder is not only rich in flavor but also easy to prepare, making it suitable for both elegant dinner parties and cozy family nights. With a creamy texture and aromatic spices like smoked paprika and cayenne pepper, each spoonful delights the senses. Whether served as a main course or an appetizer, this chowder is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings for seafood. Get ready to elevate your cooking skills with this delightful recipe!
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
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion and celery until translucent (5–7 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, thyme, and rosemary; cook until spices bloom.
- Add corn kernels and seafood stock; bring to a simmer.
- Gradually stir in heavy cream and whole milk; mix well.
- Gently fold in lump crab meat; season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg