Curried Shrimp and Corn Chowder (3-1-2016)
March 1st, 2016 by Jim Field
- 1 medium size sweet onion, diced
- 2 tablespooons olive oilo
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- 2 large Yukon gold potatoes (14 oz) , peeled and diced
- 1 large sweet potato (1 lb), peeled and diced
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels (about 5 ears)
- 1 (14 oz) can chicken broth
- 1 (13.5 oz) can unsweetened lite coconut milk
- 2 teaspoons curry powder
- 1 teapsoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 lb. peeled, large raw shrimp (26-30 count)
- toppings: toasted coconut, thinly sliced green onions, coarsely chopped roasted peanuts
Saute onion in hot oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat five minutes or until tender; add garlic and saute one minute. Add Yukon gold potatoes and next seven ingredients; bring to a boil, stirring often. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, 25 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Stir in shrimp; cook four to five minutes or just until shrimp turn pink. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve with desired toppings.
(Patricia Gleason of Lynchburg, VA)