Hearty Lobster Chowder Recipe

Hearty Lobster Chowder Recipe

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A comforting embrace in a bowl, this Hearty Lobster Chowder is a luxurious indulgence. Rich with the essence of fresh lobster and brimming with tender vegetables, it is a quintessential dish for both intimate gatherings and solo solace.

Ingredients:

  • 2 lobsters (about 450g each)
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup flour
  • 4 cups lobster broth
  • 2 cups cream
  • 4 potatoes, peeled and diced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Lobster
    1 Prepare the Lobster

    In a large pot, bring water to a boil and cook the lobsters until bright red. Remove the lobsters and let them cool. Extract the meat from the tails and claws, then chop it into bite-sized pieces. Reserve the shells.

  2. Make the Broth
    2 Make the Broth

    In the same pot, add the reserved lobster shells, onion, celery, carrots, bay leaf, and thyme. Cover with water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes. Strain the broth and discard the solids.

  3. Cook the Chowder
    3 Cook the Chowder

    In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion, garlic, celery, and carrots, cooking until softened. Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and stir to coat. Gradually whisk in the lobster broth, followed by the cream and potatoes. Simmer until the potatoes are tender.

  4. Finish and Serve
    4 Finish and Serve

    Stir in the chopped lobster meat and season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook until the lobster is heated through. Ladle the chowder into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot with crusty bread.

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