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Hearty Nova Scotia Seafood Chowder \u2013 Creamy, Comforting & Packed with Seafood<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s nothing quite like a steaming bowl of traditional Nova Scotia seafood chowder \u2014 silky, rich, and overflowing with tender fish, plump mussels, sweet shrimp, and buttery scallops. This version stays true to the East Coast spirit: simple ingredients, deep ocean flavor, and a luxurious creamy broth that warms you from the inside out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ingredients (12 ingr\u00e9dients):<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Poissons et fruits de mer<\/strong>
\u2022 1 lb white fish (haddock, cod, or halibut), cut into chunks
\u2022 1 lb mussels, cleaned and debearded
\u2022 1 lb scallops
\u2022 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
\u2022 4 cups seafood stock<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fruits et l\u00e9gumes<\/strong>
\u2022 1 medium onion, finely diced
\u2022 2 medium potatoes, peeled & cubed
\u2022 2 cloves garlic, minced
\u2022 2 sprigs aromatic herbs (thyme, bay leaf, parsley)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Produits laitiers<\/strong>
\u2022 1 cup heavy cream
\u2022 1 cup whole milk<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bi\u00e8res, vins et spiritueux<\/strong>
\u2022 Optional: \u00bc cup white wine (for deglazing, adds depth)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Directions:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1️⃣ Saut\u00e9 the aromatics<\/strong>
In a heavy pot, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion, garlic, and herb sprigs. Cook until the onion becomes soft, translucent, and fragrant \u2014 this is your flavor base and sets the tone for the chowder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2️⃣ Add potatoes & stock<\/strong>
Stir in the cubed potatoes, then pour in the seafood stock (and optional white wine). Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer. Let the potatoes cook until tender, about 10\u201312 minutes. The potatoes naturally thicken the broth, giving the chowder its classic creamy, velvety texture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3️⃣ Add the seafood<\/strong>
Start with the mussels (they take the longest). Cover the pot and cook for about 3\u20134 minutes until the shells begin to open.
Then add the shrimp, scallops, and chunks of white fish. Simmer very gently \u2014 you don\u2019t want the seafood to get rubbery. Everything should cook through in 5\u20137 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4️⃣ Stir in cream and milk<\/strong>
Lower the heat and pour in the heavy cream and whole milk. Do not<\/strong> let the chowder boil after adding dairy; keep it warm and silky. Taste and season with salt, cracked black pepper, and a little paprika if desired.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5️⃣ Finish & serve<\/strong>
Remove herb sprigs. Ladle into warm bowls and garnish with fresh parsley, chives, or a pat of butter for extra richness. Serve with warm crusty bread, biscuits, or oyster crackers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Tips for the Best Nova Scotia Chowder<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

✨ Use a mix of seafood for real East Coast flavor.
✨ The chowder should be creamy but not thick like gravy \u2014 smooth and flowing.
✨ Let it rest 10 minutes before serving for deeper flavor.
✨ Leftovers taste even better the next day.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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