Imagine a creamy, luxurious chowder that combines the sweet succulence of fresh lobster with the fiery kick of cayenne pepper - this isn't just a soup, it's a culinary adventure waiting to transform your dinner table! Our Spicy Corn and Lobster Chowder is the ultimate comfort food that elevates seafood cooking from ordinary to extraordinary, promising a restaurant-quality dish you can easily create in your own kitchen.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: Seafood
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups corn kernels
- 1 lobster, cooked and chopped
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by preparing all your ingredients. Dice the onion, chop the cooked lobster into bite-sized pieces, and measure out the corn kernels, heavy cream, chicken broth, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the diced onion. Sauté the onion for about 5 minutes, or until it becomes translucent and fragrant.
- Add the corn kernels to the pot and stir them into the onions. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, allowing the corn to soften slightly.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Allow it to cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Once the broth has simmered, add the heavy cream to the pot. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- Next, add the chopped lobster meat to the chowder. Stir in the cayenne pepper, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Allow the chowder to simmer for another 10-15 minutes, letting the flavors meld together.
- As the chowder simmers, taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more cayenne for extra heat or more salt and pepper as desired.
- Once the chowder is thick and creamy, remove it from the heat. Serve hot in bowls, garnished with additional lobster pieces or fresh herbs if desired.
- Enjoy your Spicy Corn and Lobster Chowder with crusty bread or crackers for a delightful meal!
Tips
- Use fresh corn kernels when possible for the best flavor and texture. If fresh isn't available, high-quality frozen corn works wonderfully.
- Cook the lobster ahead of time to make preparation smoother. You can also use pre-cooked lobster meat from a seafood market.
- Control the spice level by adjusting the cayenne pepper - start with less and add more to taste.
- For an extra rich chowder, consider using half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a slightly lighter version.
- Let the chowder simmer slowly to allow flavors to develop and meld together, but avoid boiling which can cause cream to separate.
- Garnish with fresh herbs like chives or parsley to add a bright, fresh element to the creamy chowder.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 518kcal
Carbohydrates: 20g
Protein: 14g
Fat: 23g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Cholesterol: 136mg
