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Smoked Salmon Chowder

Creamy Smoked Salmon Chowder for Cozy Nights

This Creamy Smoked Salmon Chowder is a comforting delight, perfect for cozy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chowder Base
  • 6 ounces Hot-Smoked Salmon Avoid cold-smoked varieties for best texture.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
  • 1 medium Onion Diced.
  • 1 stalk Celery Chopped.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 2 cups Diced Potatoes Cut into uniform ½ inch cubes.
For Flavor & Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Fennel Seeds Crushed.
  • 2 leaves Bay Leaves Remove before serving.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Basil
  • 14 ounces Diced Tomatoes Canned.
  • 2.5 cups Stock Vegetable or chicken, low-sodium recommended.
  • 2 tablespoons Capers Include the brine.
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
For Creaminess & Garnish
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese Ensure it melts smoothly.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Stir in at low heat.
  • 8 ounces Shrimp Add just before serving.
  • to taste Old Bay Seasoning Optional.

Equipment

  • large pot or Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large pot over medium-high heat for 1-2 minutes.
  2. Add 1 diced onion and 1 chopped celery stalk and sauté for 6-8 minutes until translucent.
  3. Mix in 3 minced garlic cloves and 2 cups of diced potatoes, cooking for 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add 1 teaspoon of crushed fennel seeds, 2 bay leaves, 1 teaspoon of dried basil, 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes, and 2 ½ cups of stock; bring to a rolling boil for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 8-15 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
  6. Stir in 2 tablespoons of tomato paste and 4 ounces of cream cheese until smooth; simmer on low for 3-5 minutes.
  7. Slowly pour in 1 cup of heavy cream, stirring gently; warm through for another 5 minutes.
  8. Finally, add 8 ounces of shrimp and 6 ounces of hot-smoked salmon, stirring just until heated through for 3-4 minutes.
  9. Serve immediately in warm bowls, garnished with fresh herbs or Old Bay seasoning.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use high-quality hot-smoked salmon; ensure even cooking by chopping potatoes uniformly; add seafood at the end for tenderness.

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