Smoky Scallop Chowder
This cozy chowder is homey enough for a family meal and elegant enough for a company meal. Bay scallops are an economical seafood choice.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 126kcal
Ingredients
- 4 slices bacon diced
- 2 Yukon Gold potatoes peeled and finely diced
- 2 stalks celery finely chopped
- 1 medium onion finely chopped
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 bay leaf
- 4 tsps flour
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups water
- 1 lb bay scallops
- 2 Tbsps parsley
- 2 tsps lemon juice
Instructions
- In a large dutch oven, fry the bacon bits til crisp and remove from pan.
- Add the potatoes, celery,onion, paprika, salt and pepper to pan and saute over medium high heat til soft about 7 minutes.
- Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables in the pot and cook for 1-2 minutes. Whisk in liquids and bring to a simmer. Add bacon back in and simmer about 15 minutes. Stir frequently and do not let it come to a rolling boil to avoid a skin forming on the top.
- Add the scallops and parsley and cook about 3 minutes until scallops are opaque.
- Discard the bay leaf and stir in the lemon juice just before serving.
Notes
Wine Pairing
An unoaked white wine such as Pinot Grigio, Muscadet Sèvre et Maine or a Soave would work nicely. Another good choice would be a white Rioja.
Nutrition
Calories: 126kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 174mg | Potassium: 304mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g