How to Make Manhattan Clam Chowder - A Step-by-Step Guide

Manhattan Clam Chowder is a classic American soup that originated in the coastal regions of New York City. This hearty and flavorful chowder is a favorite among seafood lovers, and its rich tomato base and tender clams make it a comforting and satisfying dish for any occasion.

What sets Manhattan Clam Chowder apart from its more famous cousin, New England Clam Chowder, is its use of a tomato-based broth instead of a creamy, dairy-based broth. The addition of tomatoes gives the soup a ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pint shucked clams
  • 1 cup tomato and clam juice cocktail
  • 2 potatoes, cleaned and chopped
  • 1 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • ¼ cup chopped green onions
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can Italian-style diced tomatoes

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Chop clams, reserving juice; set clams aside. Strain clam juice to remove bits of shell. Measure juice; add enough water to equal 1 1/2 cups liquid.
  • Combine clam juice mixture, clam-tomato juice cocktail, potatoes, bell peppers, scallions, and black pepper in a large saucepan; heat to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until potatoes are just tender.
  • Stir in undrained tomatoes and chopped clams and heat through.
  • Nutrition

    82 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Cholesterol: 5mg
    • Sodium: 203mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 33mg
    • Calcium: 37mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 404mg