Name: Seafood Chowder with Seaweed
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: Serves 6-8
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 large onion, finely diced; 2 celery stalks, finely diced; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 4 cups seafood stock; 2 cups heavy cream; 1 pound mixed seafood (shrimp, scallops, white fish), cut into bite-sized pieces; 1/2 pound fresh clams, cleaned; 1 pound potatoes, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes; 1/4 cup dried seaweed (dulse or nori), rehydrated and chopped; 2 bay leaves; 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves; Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Prepare the seaweed

Place the dried seaweed in a bowl of cold water and let it soak for 10 minutes until rehydrated. Drain well and chop into small pieces. Set aside.
Create the base

In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and celery, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Make the roux

Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir continuously for 2-3 minutes to create a roux. This will help thicken the chowder without creating lumps.
Add liquids and potatoes

Gradually whisk in the seafood stock, ensuring no lumps form. Add the bay leaves and thyme. Bring to a simmer, then add the diced potatoes. Cook for about 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are just tender.
Incorporate seafood

Add the heavy cream and bring back to a gentle simmer. Add the mixed seafood, clams, and chopped seaweed. Cover and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the seafood is cooked through and the clams have opened. Discard any clams that don't open.
Season and finish

Remove the bay leaves. Season the chowder with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. If the chowder is too thick, add a little more seafood stock to reach your desired consistency.
Serve hot

Ladle the chowder into warmed bowls. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately with crusty bread on the side.

Seafood Chowder with Seaweed

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