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Creamy Cajun Shrimp Chowder in a Sourdough Bread Bowl

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  • Author: Emma Delaney
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Sautéing, Simmering
  • Cuisine: Cajun
  • Diet: Halal

Description

A rich and creamy Cajun-style shrimp chowder bursting with bold spice, served in a crusty sourdough bread bowl for the ultimate comfort meal.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 celery stalk, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
  • 2 cups seafood or chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 sourdough bread bowls (store-bought or homemade)

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add onion and celery, sauté until softened.
  2. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add flour and Cajun seasoning, whisking for another minute to form a roux.
  3. Slowly pour in the broth while whisking to avoid lumps. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened.
  4. Stir in heavy cream and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 5 more minutes.
  5. Add shrimp and cook until pink and curled, about 3–4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Hollow out the sourdough bread bowls and ladle the hot chowder inside.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley and a few extra sautéed shrimp on top for a stunning finish. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use pre-cooked shrimp to reduce cook time—just add at the end to warm through.
  • Adjust Cajun seasoning to taste for more or less heat.
  • For a gluten-free version, use cornstarch instead of flour and serve in a gluten-free bread or bowl.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bread bowl
  • Calories: 620
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 970mg
  • Fat: 38g
  • Saturated Fat: 18g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 17g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 210mg