🦞 Lobster & Scallop Seafood Chowder

A rich, creamy, and luxurious seafood chowder packed with tender lobster, perfectly seared scallops, and hearty potatoes. Pure comfort in a bowl!

Ingredients

• 1/2 lb lobster meat (claw or tail), chopped
• 1 lb sea scallops, patted dry
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium potatoes, peeled & cubed
• 2 cups seafood stock (or chicken broth)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• Salt & black pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. Prepare the scallops: Pat them dry well and season with salt and pepper.
2. Sear the scallops:
   Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
   Sear scallops 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
   Remove and set aside.
3. Sauté aromatics:
   In a pot, melt 1 tbsp butter.
   Add onions and garlic, sauté until fragrant.
4. Cook the potatoes:
   Stir in potatoes and pour in seafood stock.
   Simmer 10–12 minutes until tender.
5. Add creaminess:
   Reduce heat to low.
   Stir in heavy cream, milk, Old Bay, paprika, salt, and pepper.
6. Add the seafood:
   Gently fold in the lobster meat and seared scallops.
   Simmer 3–4 minutes (do NOT boil).
7. Serve:
   Ladle into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley.

Tips

• Pat the scallops dry to get a perfect golden sear.
• Do not let the chowder boil after adding cream—it may curdle.
• Use fresh seafood stock for the best flavor.