Keto Seafood Chowder Recipes: A Warm and Delicious Low-Carb Meal

For those following a ketogenic or low-carb diet, finding satisfying and flavorful meals can sometimes be a challenge. However, this doesn't mean you have to sacrifice your favorite comfort foods. Seafood chowder, a creamy and hearty soup, can be easily adapted to fit a keto lifestyle. This article explores several keto seafood chowder recipes, providing options for different tastes and preferences.

The Allure of Keto Seafood Chowder

There is nothing like a bowl of piping-hot Keto seafood chowder to give you plenty of energy the low-carb way. Traditional chowders often rely on high-carb ingredients like potatoes and flour for thickening. Keto versions replace these with low-carb alternatives while maintaining the rich, comforting flavors we love.

Keto Coconut Seafood Chowder Recipe

This recipe offers a unique twist on the classic chowder by incorporating coconut milk for a creamy base.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb fresh white fish, roughly chopped
• 10 to 12 shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup crab meat, chopped
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 bacon slices, cooked and roughly chopped
• 1 daikon radish, peeled and chopped
• 2 cups fish or chicken stock
• 1 ½ cups full-fat coconut milk
• 2 tbsp coconut oil

Instructions:

1. Melt coconut oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
2. Add the shrimp to the pot and cook until pink, 2 to 3 minutes per side, and set aside.
3. Add onion and garlic and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently.
4. Place the chopped daikon in the saucepan and cook everything for 4 to 5 minutes.
5. Add in the fish and cook for 2 to 3 minutes; pour in the fish stock, and stir - scraping the bottom of the pan.

The Secret Ingredient: Daikon Radish

One of the key ingredients in this keto chowder is daikon radish. At first glance, you may ponder the flavor combination of seafood and coconut milk, as it may sound strange to your unaccustomed ears, but trust in kitchen-tested Paleo chowder recipes - your tongue will instantly recognize what tastes exceptionally great. What's more surprising here is the absence of potatoes or sweet potatoes - the carbs which usually replace the gluten flour in a "real" chowder. What low-carb vegetable can you add to your soup so that it feels like you are ladling the real thing into your chowder bowl? A daikon radish. This radish serves as an excellent substitute for potatoes, providing a similar texture without the carbs. It has loads of potassium, phosphorus, and vitamin C, plus it improves digestion, reduces inflammation, and strengthens your immune system; what's not to love about it? It is also good to know that daikons can be eaten raw, so if you would like to serve a small salad before the soup, slice it up thin and add the extra to a radish and cucumber salad. This makes it a nutritious and delicious addition to the soup. This radish can also be chopped up and baked into fabulously crispy low-carb fries. Here, it goes in the chowder, chopped into bite-size pieces - it is the perfect potato substitute!

Keto Manhattan Seafood Chowder Recipe

This recipe takes inspiration from Manhattan-style chowder, which uses a tomato base instead of a cream base. This results in a lighter, yet equally flavorful soup.

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Inspiration:

The creator of this recipe wanted to make a seafood chowder that was a little less heavy than the typical New England version with the roux/cream base, so I decided to delve into the world of the Manhattan-style chowder, which uses a savoury tomato base instead. It's almost like a minestrone but with seafood instead of beef and rutabaga instead of noodles.

Instructions:

1. Heat the avocado oil in a Dutch oven or large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.
2. Add the onions and celery with a sprinkle of salt and cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are soft, about 6-7 minutes.
3. Stir in bone broth, tomatoes, and hot sauce and mix well.
4. Bring the chowder to a boil then reduce the heat to a simmer.
5. Add the seafood, crab and fish to the chowder.
6. Cover and allow cook for 5-7 minutes or until the seafood, crab and fish are cooked through.

Keto Clam Chowder Recipe

This recipe focuses on the classic clam chowder flavor while keeping the carb count low.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 pound Shrimp
• 4 ounces Blue Crab (Canned)
• 4 tablespoons chopped Shallots
• 1 1/2 cups Chicken Broth, Bouillon or Consomme
• 2 tablespoons Light Olive Oil
• 3 stalk, medium (7-1/2" - 8" long) Celery
• 4 tablespoons All Natural Clam Juice
• 1/8 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon Garlic
• 1/8 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 10 ounces Clams (Mixed Species, Drained Solids, Canned)
• 12 Cherry Tomatoes

Instructions:

1. In a medium pot, warm the oil over medium heat. Add chopped shallot and minced or pressed garlic, sautéing 2 minutes, until translucent.
2. Stir in the chopped celery, quartered tomatoes, and broth. Add ¼ cup clam juice from the canned chopped clams, and season with Old Bay seasoning, Italian herbs, and pepper. Bring to simmer and cook 3 minutes.
3. Add shrimp, drained clams, and drained crab, bring back to a simmer of medium heat and maintain a simmer and cook 5 minutes, until the shrimp are firm and pink.
4. Serve immediately, while warm.

Tips for the Perfect Keto Seafood Chowder

• Use High-Quality Seafood: Fresh seafood will always provide the best flavor.
• Don't Overcook the Seafood: Overcooked seafood can become tough and rubbery. Add it towards the end of the cooking process and cook just until it's opaque and cooked through.
• Adjust Seasoning to Taste: Taste the chowder throughout the cooking process and adjust the seasoning as needed. Salt, pepper, and hot sauce can all be used to enhance the flavor.
• Consider Adding Other Low-Carb Vegetables: Cauliflower, celery, and spinach can all be added to boost the nutritional value and texture of the chowder.
• For a Thicker Chowder: Puree a portion of the soup and then add it back to the pot.

Freezing and Reheating

Cooking tip: Did you know that you can easily portion out and freeze soup to save for a busy night down the road? When ready to reheat, either microwave or heat up in a pot over the stove with a splash of water.

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