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Irish Seafood Chowder


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  • Author: Sheen Falls Lodge in County Kerry, Ireland
  • Total Time: 80 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Pescatarian

Description

A rich and hearty chowder filled with tender fish and shrimp, simmered in a creamy herb-infused broth. The ultimate comfort food for a chilly evening.


Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup (75g) chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup (50g) chopped celery
  • 1/2 cup (60g) chopped carrot
  • 2 cloves garlic,minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1.2ml) dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1.2ml) dried oregano
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes
  • 1 pound (450g) haddock or cod,cut into chunks
  • 1 pound (450g) peeled and deveined shrimp
  • 1/2 pound (225g) clams,scrubbed (optional)
  • 1/4 pound (115g) mussels,scrubbed and debearded (optional)
  • 4 cups (960ml) fish or chicken broth
  • 1 cup (240ml) dry white wine (optional)
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon (5ml) salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) black pepper
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
  • Drizzle of olive oil for garnish
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Melt the butter in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, and carrot. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened but not browned.
  2. Add the garlic, thyme, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Stir for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the broth and white wine (if using). Bring to a simmer.
  3. Add the haddock or cod chunks to the pot. Simmer gently for 6 to 8 minutes until the fish is just cooked through and begins to flake. If using clams and mussels, add them now, cover the pot, and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until the shells open. Discard any that stay closed.
  4. Add the shrimp and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until pink and curled. Pour in the heavy cream and stir gently. Season with salt and pepper. Heat through without boiling.
  5. Ladle into deep bowls. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley, a drizzle of olive oil, and lemon wedges on the side.

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  • Prep Time: 60 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: Irish

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1.5 cups
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5
  • Sodium: 850
  • Fat: 25
  • Saturated Fat: 15
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 30
  • Cholesterol: 180