Seafood Soups🍲🦐 Warm, Hearty & Full of Flavor

ByKarl S

There’s nothing more comforting than a bowl of seafood soup — rich broth, tender fish or shellfish, and big, bold flavor. These recipes range from creamy chowders to zesty, tomato-based stews, each one easy enough for weeknights and special enough for guests.

🦐 Shrimp & Corn Chowder

Creamy, slightly sweet, and ultra-satisfying.

Ingredients:

  • Shrimp (peeled & deveined)
  • Corn (fresh or frozen)
  • Onion, garlic, celery
  • Potatoes (diced)
  • Milk or half-and-half
  • Butter, flour, broth
  • Thyme, paprika

Instructions:

  1. Sauté onion, celery, and garlic in butter.
  2. Stir in flour, then add broth and potatoes. Simmer until tender.
  3. Add corn, milk, and shrimp. Cook until shrimp is pink.
  4. Season and serve.

👉 Complete Shrimp & Corn Chowder Recipe

🐟 Classic Fish Stew

Rustic and Mediterranean-inspired.

Ingredients:

  • Firm white fish (like cod or halibut)
  • Olive oil
  • Onion, garlic, tomatoes
  • White wine or broth
  • Red pepper flakes, oregano
  • Parsley, lemon

Instructions:

  1. Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil.
  2. Add tomatoes, wine, and seasonings. Simmer 10 min.
  3. Add fish and cook until flaky.
  4. Finish with fresh parsley and lemon.

👉 Complete Classic Fish Stew Recipe

🦀 Creamy Crab Bisque

Rich, elegant, and full of buttery crab flavor.

Ingredients:

  • Lump crab meat
  • Onion, garlic
  • Butter, flour
  • Tomato paste
  • Seafood or chicken stock
  • Heavy cream
  • Sherry (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Sauté onion and garlic in butter. Add flour to make a roux.
  2. Stir in tomato paste and broth. Simmer 15 min.
  3. Add cream, crab, and sherry. Warm through.
  4. Blend (optional) for smooth texture. Serve hot.

👉 Complete Creamy Crab Bisque Recipe

🐚 New England Clam Chowder

Creamy, classic, and loaded with clams and potatoes.

Ingredients:

  • Canned or fresh clams (with juice)
  • Bacon
  • Onion, celery, potatoes
  • Flour, butter
  • Milk or cream
  • Thyme, bay leaf

Instructions:

  1. Cook bacon, then sauté onion and celery in drippings.
  2. Add flour, then clam juice and diced potatoes. Simmer.
  3. Add clams and milk/cream. Warm gently.
  4. Season and serve with oyster crackers.

👉 Complete New England Clam Chowder Recipe

🍅 Spicy Tomato Seafood Soup

A light, fiery broth with bold flavors.

Ingredients:

  • Shrimp, mussels, or white fish
  • Crushed tomatoes
  • Garlic, onion, chili flakes
  • White wine or broth
  • Fresh basil or parsley

Instructions:

  1. Sauté garlic and onion in oil.
  2. Add tomatoes, wine, and chili flakes. Simmer 15 min.
  3. Add seafood and cook until done.
  4. Garnish with herbs and serve hot.

👉 Complete Spicy Tomato Seafood Soup Recipe

🦑 Thai Coconut Seafood Soup

Fragrant, spicy, and creamy with coconut milk.

Ingredients:

  • Shrimp, scallops, or mixed seafood
  • Coconut milk
  • Red curry paste
  • Fish sauce, lime juice
  • Ginger, garlic
  • Mushrooms, cilantro

Instructions:

  1. Sauté ginger, garlic, and curry paste.
  2. Add coconut milk, broth, and fish sauce. Simmer.
  3. Add seafood and mushrooms. Cook through.
  4. Finish with lime and cilantro.

👉 Complete Thai Coconut Seafood Soup Recipe

🐟 Salmon Chowder

Hearty and rich, with flaky salmon in a creamy base.

Ingredients:

  • Salmon (fresh or canned)
  • Potatoes
  • Onion, celery
  • Milk or cream
  • Dill, thyme
  • Broth, butter, flour

Instructions:

  1. Sauté onion and celery. Stir in flour.
  2. Add broth and potatoes. Simmer until soft.
  3. Add salmon and cream. Simmer gently.
  4. Season with dill and serve warm.

👉 Complete Salmon Chowder Recipe

🫘 Portuguese Fish & Bean Soup

Savory, smoky, and deeply comforting.

Ingredients:

  • White fish
  • White beans
  • Chorizo (optional)
  • Tomatoes, garlic, onion
  • Olive oil, paprika
  • Parsley or cilantro

Instructions:

  1. Sauté chorizo (if using), onion, and garlic.
  2. Add tomatoes, beans, and broth. Simmer.
  3. Add fish and cook until flaky.
  4. Top with herbs and serve with crusty bread.

👉 Complete Portuguese Fish & Bean Soup Recipe

🌶️ Mexican Seafood Soup (Caldo de Mariscos)

Spicy, brothy, and packed with coastal flavor.

Ingredients:

  • Mixed seafood (shrimp, mussels, squid, white fish)
  • Onion, garlic, tomatoes
  • Jalapeño or chipotle (optional for heat)
  • Fish or chicken broth
  • Cilantro, lime juice
  • Diced potatoes or zucchini (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Sauté onion, garlic, and tomatoes until softened.
  2. Add broth and bring to a simmer.
  3. Stir in potatoes or zucchini if using, and cook until just tender.
  4. Add seafood and simmer 5–7 minutes until fully cooked.
  5. Finish with lime juice and chopped cilantro. Serve hot with tortillas or crusty bread.

👉 Complete Mexican Seafood Soup Recipe

🍅🐟 Mediterranean Fish Stew

Mediterranean Fish Stew is a warm, rustic dish built on a tomato-garlic base, infused with white wine, olives, fresh herbs, and flaky chunks of fish.

It’s briny and fragrant, light but hearty, and perfect for slow spooning on cool nights or summer suppers by the sea.

👉 Complete Mediterranean Fish Stew Recipe

🧾 Final Thoughts: Soup That Satisfies

From creamy bisques to brothy Mediterranean bowls, seafood soups are the ultimate mix of comfort and complexity. Most are freezer-friendly, customizable, and great for serving a crowd or meal prepping for the week.

Pro tip: Add crusty bread or a handful of greens to turn any of these into a full, nourishing meal.

🦐 More Coastal Seafood Recipes

From cozy casseroles to zesty grilled fish and elegant seafood pastas, this collection of Seafood Recipes covers every ocean-inspired craving — whether you’re planning a dinner party or a quick weeknight win.

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