How to Make Fish Chowder - A Step-by-Step Guide

Fish chowder is a classic comfort food that is perfect for a cozy night in or a comforting meal on a chilly day. This hearty soup is filled with chunks of tender fish, creamy potatoes, and flavorful savory broth, making it a satisfying and delicious meal that will warm you from the inside out.

Chowder, a type of soup that originated in the Northeastern United States, is known for its rich and creamy texture and its ability to showcase the fresh flavors of seafood. Fish chowder, in par...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cups chopped onion
  • 4 fresh mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 stalk celery, chopped
  • 4 cups chicken stock
  • 4 cups diced potatoes
  • 2 pounds cod, diced into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 cup clam juice
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ⅛ teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning, or to taste
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 (12 fluid ounce) cans evaporated milk
  • ¼ cup cooked crumbled bacon

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 8

  • Melt butter in a large stockpot over medium heat. Sauté onions, mushrooms, and celery in butter until tender. Add chicken stock and potatoes; simmer for 10 minutes. Add fish; simmer for another 10 minutes.
  • Mix together clam juice and flour in a small bowl until smooth; stir into soup and simmer for 1 minute. Season with Old Bay, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat and stir in evaporated milk.
  • Portion into soup bowls and top with crumbled bacon.
  • Nutrition

    386 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 84mg
    • Sodium: 748mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 34g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 12g
    • Protein: 32g
    • Vitamin C: 23mg
    • Calcium: 285mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 1182mg