Creamy Island-Style Shrimp Chowder with Coconut and Lime

Name: Creamy Island-Style Shrimp Chowder with Coconut and Lime
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Soup
Ingredients: 1 lb medium shrimp; 2 tbsp lime juice; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp ground black pepper; 2 tbsp unsalted butter; 1 onion; 2 cloves garlic; 2 tsp fresh ginger; 1 red bell pepper; 1 cup corn kernels; 1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk; 2 cups vegetable broth; 2 tbsp fish sauce; 1 tsp turmeric powder; 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper; Salt to taste; 1/4 cup cilantro

Tropical-inspired Shrimp Chowder with a Creamy Twist

Experience the flavorful blend of shrimp, coconut milk, and fresh lime in this delightful chowder.

1 h 20 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Shrimp

1 lb medium shrimp

peeled and deveined

2 tbsp lime juice

freshly squeezed

1 tbsp olive oil

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp ground black pepper

For the Chowder Base

2 tbsp unsalted butter

1 onion

finely chopped

2 cloves garlic

minced

2 tsp fresh ginger

grated

1 red bell pepper

diced

1 cup corn kernels

1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk

2 cups vegetable broth

2 tbsp fish sauce

For the Flavors

1 tsp turmeric powder

1/2 tsp cayenne pepper

(optional for heat)

Salt to taste

1/4 cup cilantro

chopped

Preparation

Marinating the Shrimp

Combine Ingredients

In a bowl, combine shrimp, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.

Toss Shrimp

Toss well to coat the shrimp completely.

Marinate

Marinate for 20 minutes while preparing the chowder base.

Preparing the Chowder Base

Melt Butter

In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat.

Sauté Onions

Add onions and sauté until translucent, about 4-5 minutes.

Add Aromatics and Vegetables

Stir in garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant, then add bell pepper and corn.

Do not let the garlic burn. Use full-fat coconut milk for a richer, creamier texture.

Cooking Process

Simmering the Base

Add coconut milk, vegetable broth, and fish sauce to the pot. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.

Incorporating Flavors

Add turmeric, cayenne pepper (if using), and salt. Simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Cooking the Shrimp

Carefully add the marinated shrimp to the chowder. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the shrimp is pink and cooked through.

Plating & Serving