Croatian Dalmatian Shrimps Chowder
Dive into the flavors of the Adriatic coast with this hearty Croatian Dalmatian Shrimps Chowder, a comforting seafood dish that captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine. Boasting succulent shrimp, tender potatoes, and an aromatic medley of vegetables, this chowder is simmered in a rich seafood stock infused with dry white wine, paprika, and fresh thyme for a vibrant, flavorful experience. Finished with a bright splash of lemon juice and fresh parsley, it’s the perfect balance of zesty and savory. This one-pot wonder is easy to prepare in just under an hour, making it an ideal choice for a weeknight dinner or an impressive starter. Serve it hot with crusty bread to soak up every last spoonful of its luxurious broth. Perfect for seafood lovers, this traditional Croatian recipe will transport your taste buds straight to the Dalmatian coastline!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams shrimp (peeled and deveined)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion (finely diced)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 medium carrots (diced)
- 2 celery stalks (diced)
- 2 medium potatoes (peeled and cubed)
- 2 large tomatoes (diced)
- 1000 milliliters fish stock or seafood stock
- 150 milliliters dry white wine
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrots, and celery. Cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
Add the cubed potatoes and diced tomatoes to the pot, stirring to combine.
Pour in the fish or seafood stock and the white wine. Add the bay leaf, thyme leaves, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
Gently add the shrimp to the pot and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the shrimp turn pink and are fully cooked.
Stir in the lemon juice and chopped parsley. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot with crusty bread on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1584 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.4 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.4 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1019 mg | 340% | |
| Sodium | 5275 mg | 229% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 105.8 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.9 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.3 g | ||
| Protein | 163.1 g | 326% | |
| Vitamin D | 22.4 mcg | 112% | |
| Calcium | 528 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 4427 mg | 94% | |
*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.
