SYLVIA'S SHRIMP AND SCALLOP CHOWDER RECIPE - (4.6/5)

Sylvia's Shrimp and Scallop Chowder Recipe - (4.6/5) image

Provided by á-43824

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound shrimp (uncooked)
1 pound scallops (uncooked)
1 stick butter (divided)
2 celery stalks (chopped)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1/2 small onion (chopped)
16 oz. package of frozen mixed vegetables
1 - 2 teaspoons Cajun Powder
1 - 2 tablespoons Old Bay Seasoning
4 tablespoons flour
2 cups chicken broth
2 - 3 cups milk

Steps:

Step 1 - Shrimp and Scallops Melt ½ stick of butter Add shrimp and scallops Add 1- 2 teaspoons Cajun Powder Cook until shrimp and scallops are completely cooked Set aside. Step 2 - Chowder Melt ½ stick butter in a large deep pot. Add flour and cook until light brown Add celery, garlic and onion Add Old Bay Seasoning and cook until medium brown Add 2 cups Chicken Broth and stir constantly for a minute Add 2 cups of milk and keep stirring about a minute Add frozen vegetables, continue stirring about a minute Add the shrimp and scallops (including remaining butter) The consistency should be that of a soup so if it is too thick, add more milk as needed.