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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Ladle into deep bowls. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley, a drizzle of olive oil, and lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
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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