Shrimp and Potato Creamy Chowder
Ingredients
- 1 lb medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup celery, diced
- 1/2 cup carrots, diced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish
Instructions
- Step 1: Sauté onion, celery, and carrots in butter until tender.
- Step 2: Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Step 3: Sprinkle flour over vegetables and stir to cook.
- Step 4: Slowly pour in broth while stirring; bring to a gentle boil.
- Step 5: Add potatoes, herbs, and spices; simmer until tender.
- Step 6: Add shrimp and cook until pink.
- Step 7: Stir in cream and adjust seasoning.
- Step 8: Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs.