Nova Scotia Creamy Seafood Chowder (Haddock, Shrimp & Potato) – Authentic Canada Recipe

Ingredients for Nova Scotia Creamy Seafood Chowder (Haddock, Shrimp & Potato) (4 Servings)

• 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) flaky haddock or cod, prepped into bite-sized pieces
• 1.5 cups Atlantic shrimp, washed and trimmed
• 1 cup diced Yukon Gold potatoes and celery
• 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with fresh dill
• 1.5 tbsp traditional Canada seasoning (thyme, bay leaf, cream or oat cream, butter)
• 2.5 cups rich culinary stock or aromatic cooking liquid, plus 2 tbsp cooking oil

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

1. Warm cooking oil in a heavy pot over medium heat; gently sweat the minced onion, garlic, and fresh dill for 3–4 minutes until fragrant.
2. Stir in thyme, bay leaf, cream or oat cream, butter and toast for 45 seconds to release the essential oils of Canada's kitchen.
3. Add flaky haddock or cod and Atlantic shrimp, tossing to coat in the aromatic base.
4. Pour in the stock, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 18–20 minutes until tender and deeply flavorful.
5. Fold in diced Yukon Gold potatoes and celery, adjust seasoning, and ladle steaming hot into deep bowls.