Coastal Landmark Seafood Chowder

Name: Coastal Landmark Seafood Chowder
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Australian Coastal
Ingredients: 12, shucked oysters; 2 medium, diced 1/2-inch potatoes; 1, finely chopped onion; 2 stalks, diced celery; 1, diced carrots; 1 cup, frozen corn; 2 tbsp fresh, chopped dill; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 3 cups chicken stock; 2 tbsp butter; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper

A rich, creamy chowder featuring local oysters, corn, and dill, evoking the flavors of Australia's southern coast.

Cuisine: Australian Coastal

Category: Soups

Prep: 20 minutes. Cook: 25 minutes.

Serves 6.

Ingredients

12, shucked oysters
2 medium, diced 1/2-inch potatoes
1, finely chopped onion
2 stalks, diced celery
1, diced carrots
1 cup, frozen corn
2 tbsp fresh, chopped dill
1/2 cup heavy cream
3 cups chicken stock
2 tbsp butter
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

Step 1: Melt 2 tbsp butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 chopped onion, 2 diced celery stalks, and 1 diced carrot. Cook for 5 minutes until softened but not browned.
Step 2: Add 2 diced medium potatoes and 3 cups chicken stock. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 12 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
Step 3: Stir in 1 cup frozen corn and 12 shucked oysters. Simmer for 3 minutes until oysters just curl at the edges.
Step 4: Reduce heat to low, stir in 1/2 cup heavy cream and 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill. Season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, stirring until heated through but not boiling.
Step 5: Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.