The Best Creamy Seafood Chowder
Recipe: https://recipestripper.com/recipes/079f0fcc-dc54-4a35-a8e1-fb48ec76b27a
Original source: https://savvybites.co.uk/creamy-seafood-chowder/
Recipe image: https://savvybites.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Seafood-Chowder-2.jpg

Creamy seafood chowder packed with tender shrimp, salmon, and white fish. This hearty dish is perfect for a cosy dinner, with a hint of smokiness from crispy bacon or pancetta.
Yield: 6
Prep time: PT20M
Cook time: PT30M
Total time: PT50M

Ingredients
- 150 g diced bacon or pancetta
- 1 large onion (finely chopped)
- 2 celery stalks (finely chopped)
- 1 medium carrot (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves of garlic (minced)
- 1 kg mixed seafood (shrimp, salmon, white fish, shell fish)
- 2 large potatoes (diced)
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 1.5 liters seafood or chicken broth
- 200 ml white wine (optional)
- 500 ml double cream (heavy cream)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon thyme (optional)

Instructions
1. [Prepare the Bacon and Vegetables:] In a large pot over medium heat, cook the diced bacon or pancetta until crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.
2. [Prepare the Bacon and Vegetables:] Add the onion, celery, carrot, and garlic to the pot. Sauté until the onions are translucent and softened.
3. [Make the Roux:] Sprinkle the flour over the sautéed vegetables, stir well, and cook for 1-2 minutes until the flour is well combined.
4. [Add the Broth:] Gradually whisk in the broth, ensuring no flour lumps remain. Add the white wine if using.
5. [Cook the Potatoes:] Add the diced potatoes to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer until the potatoes are just tender, about 10-15 minutes.
6. [Add the Seafood:] Add the mixed seafood to the pot and cook for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the seafood is cooked through.
7. [Finish the Chowder and Serve:] Stir in the heavy cream, salt, pepper, parsley, and thyme if using. Continue to cook until everything is heated through.
8. [Finish the Chowder and Serve:] Ladle the chowder into bowls and garnish with the crispy bacon or pancetta. Enjoy your creamy seafood chowder!