Description
Shrimp and corn chowder is a comforting, creamy delight that combines tender shrimp, sweet corn, and aromatic herbs in every spoonful. Perfect for chilly evenings or casual family gatherings, this dish not only warms the heart but also brings smiles around the table. With its rich flavor profile enhanced by garlic and thyme, this chowder is sure to become a go-to recipe in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 cups sweet corn (fresh or canned)
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter until bubbly. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
- Stir in garlic and thyme; cook for about one minute until fragrant.
- Add shrimp and corn; cook until shrimp turns pink (about 3–5 minutes).
- Lower the heat, pour in heavy cream and vegetable broth, stirring to combine. Simmer gently for 10–15 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving hot. Garnish with fresh thyme if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 200mg