These Crab and Corn Chowder Shooters are a delightful addition to your holiday gatherings, especially as a Christmas Eve appetizer. They combine the sweet flavors of corn with tender crab meat, creating a rich and creamy soup served in elegant shot glasses.
This recipe is simple to prepare and perfect for entertaining, allowing your guests to enjoy a taste of comfort in a fun and festive way.
Elegant Crab and Corn Chowder Shooters
This chowder features a blend of fresh crab meat, sweet corn, and aromatic vegetables, all simmered in a creamy broth. The recipe takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 8 shooters, making it an ideal choice for your Christmas Eve appetizers.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels
- 1 cup cooked crab meat, shredded
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 small potato, peeled and diced
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Chopped chives or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a medium pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add Vegetables: Stir in the diced potato and corn, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
- Simmer: Pour in the broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until the potatoes are tender (about 10-15 minutes).
- Blend: Use an immersion blender to puree the mixture until smooth, or transfer to a blender in batches. Return to the pot.
- Add Cream and Crab: Stir in the heavy cream and crab meat. Heat gently over low heat, seasoning with salt, pepper, and cayenne if using.
- Serve: Ladle the chowder into shot glasses and garnish with chopped chives or parsley. Serve warm as a festive appetizer.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 8 shooters
- Calories: 150kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
