Salmon Chowder

Salmon Chowder Recipe

Description:

This creamy and hearty salmon chowder is loaded with salmon, fresh corn, and potatoes, making it perfect for chilly days. It’s rich in flavor, easy to prepare, and takes only 40 minutes to make.

Ingredients:

2 tbsp butter

1 onion, chopped

2 stalks celery, sliced

2 carrots, sliced

2 cloves garlic, minced

3 sprigs fresh tarragon (or ½ tsp dried tarragon)

2 tbsp flour (or cornstarch for gluten-free)

1 bay leaf

6 cups (1½ liters) fish stock (or chicken stock)

2 medium potatoes, chopped

2 corn cobs (for flavor, discard later)

1 lb (500g) salmon fillet, cut into bite-sized pieces

1½ cups (250g) fresh corn kernels (or frozen)

1 cup (250ml) double/heavy cream (or light cream for a lower-calorie option)

Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Vegetables:

Chop the onion, celery, and carrots. Cut the corn kernels off the cob and set them aside. Reserve the cobs for flavoring the broth.

2. Sauté the Base:

In a soup pot, melt the butter over medium heat until bubbly.

 Add the chopped onions, celery, and carrots. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.

Stir in the garlic and tarragon, cooking for another 30 seconds.

Sprinkle the flour over the mixture and stir well to combine.

3. Simmer the Broth:

Add the fish stock, bay leaf, potatoes, and reserved corn cobs. Bring to a boil, then simmer over medium heat for 10 minutes.

Remove and discard the corn cobs.

4. Cook the Salmon and Corn:

Add the salmon pieces and corn kernels to the soup. Simmer for another 10 minutes, ensuring the salmon is tender but not falling apart.

5. Finish with Cream:

Stir in the heavy cream. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

6. Serve:

Ladle the chowder into bowls and serve hot, ideally with crusty bread or garlic butter rolls on the side.

Tips and Variations:

Substitute salmon with cod or halibut if desired.

Use thyme instead of tarragon if preferred.

For dairy-free options, replace cream with coconut milk or soya cream.

Potatoes can become grainy when frozen, so it’s best to enjoy fresh.

Nutrition (Per Serving):

Calories: 407

Protein: 21g

Carbohydrates: 26g

Fat: 25g

This rich and creamy soup is a perfect comfort meal for the whole family. Let me know if you’d like help customizing it further!