Awesome Lobster Chowder
Dive into a bowl of pure coastal comfort with this Awesome Lobster Chowder, a rich and creamy seafood delight that brings the taste of the ocean straight to your table. Brimming with tender, buttery chunks of lobster meat, hearty russet potatoes, and a medley of fresh vegetables, this chowder gets its depth of flavor from a combination of clam juice and lobster or seafood stock. Infused with aromatic herbs like thyme and a touch of paprika, it's finished with a velvety blend of heavy cream and milk for an indulgently smooth texture. Ideal for a special occasion or a cozy family dinner, this restaurant-worthy dish can be elevated with crispy bacon crumbles and served alongside crusty bread or oyster crackers. Ready in under an hour, this lobster chowder is sure to impress with every luxurious spoonful. Perfect for seafood lovers, it’s a must-make comfort food recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large lobster tails
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 2 chopped celery stalks
- 2 medium, diced carrots
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 2 large, peeled and diced russet potatoes
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups clam juice
- 2 cups lobster stock or seafood stock
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons paprika
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
- 4 strips, crumbled (optional) cooked bacon
Instructions
Bring a large pot of water to boil. Add the lobster tails and cook for 6-8 minutes, until the shells turn bright red. Remove lobster tails, let cool, and then extract the meat. Chop the meat into bite-sized pieces and set aside. Reserve the shells for making lobster stock if desired.
In a large Dutch oven or soup pot, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, and carrots. Sauté for 5-6 minutes, until the vegetables soften.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until aromatic.
Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir to coat evenly. Cook for 2-3 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.
Gradually pour in the clam juice and lobster stock, whisking constantly to ensure a lump-free mixture. Add the potatoes, bay leaf, and thyme sprigs.
Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
Stir in the heavy cream and milk, followed by the chopped lobster meat. Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Let the chowder simmer for another 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Remove the bay leaf and thyme sprigs. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
Ladle the chowder into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley. If desired, sprinkle crumbled cooked bacon on top for added flavor and texture.
Serve immediately with crusty bread or oyster crackers on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
587 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.5 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.1 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 382 mg | 127% | |
| Sodium | 7915 mg | 344% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.0 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.9 g | ||
| Protein | 106.8 g | 214% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 507 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 1613 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
