Speedy Fish Chowder Recipe (2024)

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lizhobbins

Really out of my comfort zone to just “make it up” LOL, but this was delicious. Made enough for two hungry people on a really cold night.2 slices baconMedium onion10 baby red potatoes2 carrotsKosher salt and black pepperSmoked paprika (which I think made a HUGE difference)1 C frozen corn4 C fish stock.5 C white wine.25 C heavy cream8 oz cod

LK

Don't cut the raw fish into chunks. Immerse the entire fillets in the liquid; they'll break up naturally as soon as they're cooked through.

lenora

try with coconut milk (full fat) really, really amazing...with some crushed lemongrass...

mae

Amazing & yes speedy! Started with jar of anchovies & its oil, garlic w/the other stated ingredients, bottle of clam juice & water. Perfect for this sloshy night in NY.

Susie

Excited that this turned out so well as I don’t cook w/ fish much. Started by dissolving 2 anchovies into olive oil & butter. Added onion, carrot, celery, potato, red pepper flake, smoked paprika & blk pepper. For liquid, used Pinot Grigio, chicken broth & clam juice. Thickened w/ half & half. Added .75lb tilapia & canned minced clams. Rough chopped 15 pre-cooked shrimp into bowls before ladling in stew. Voila! Fish stew. Served with garlic toast. Fam loved it. Does into reg rotation. Thx, Sam!

Susan C

I've made this for years and love to throw in a good lot of chopped parsley at the end along with lots of black pepper. Cod is good.

Michelle

Wow am I a chef? Used cod + bacon + leeks + carrots + potatoes + veg stock + clam juice + paprika + slices of hot pepper + a few dashes of Worcestershire for depth. I cant wait to make this again and impress my bf whos not my bf

pix

For yellow color as shown in photo, add 1 t turmeric. Instant yellow magic plus hint of added flavor.

Catherine

2 slices baconOlive oilOnionCarrotCeleryPotatoCorn 1 cupThyme stemsBay leafPimentonPepperClam juice, water, white wine. 1:1:11/2 cup heavy creamCodWhite fishChopped parsley

Fred

No need to pre-cook the fish. The heat of the chowder will take care of that. Pre cooking or boiling the fish will over-cook. Good rule of thumb for any seafood chowder.

NH

A bottle of clam juice mixed in with water and white wine works great.

Robin S.

I started off without a recipe for my version of fish chowder. Main difference: I add cooking sherry to the onions and bacon (yes, I'm reckless), no carrots in mine, and I add the potatoes once I've got a broth going. Otherwise, pretty much the same dish ... easy and oh-so-tasty. I splurge though and use pricey shell fish in addition to cod or halibut. It's perfect for a chilly morning, noon, or night :)

Dee

Made this using white miso for broth (my go-to for any broth/bouillon) , added some red pepper flakes, and dressed it at the end with cilantro and lime wedges. Used good quality frozen cod fillets. Fantastic. Will add the 'basic' chowder to our regular meals!

jen

I would leave out the carrots. that would introduce a flavor I don't want.

Tony Millionaire

Chicken broth. I add thyme and sage for true New England chowder.

Joe P

My mother taught me that it's not chowder if it doesn't include diced celery.

Stephanie R

Coconut milk is a great addition instead of milk or cream.

Meme

This also makes excellent “runny” potato soup. Add some diced carrots/celery, more potatoes, extra milk, maybe a handful or two of cheese. My Kansas born, Depression raised grandma would add in a tin of oysters to the delight of her adult children at Christmas. My dad quickly learned to substitute the oysters for Velveeta if he wanted to avoid a riot from us brats born in the 80s. I now make it (sans Velveeta to appease my dairyman husband) when I need a reminder of what home tasted like…

Matthew

Yes what kind of fish? Don't different fish cook at different rates based on thickness, fatty or not? Are there fish you definitely shouldn't use? This is why I'm a baker.

Mark Lynn

I grill the fish filets whole briefly to give them a char and then cut them into rough chunks. I also use roasted corn kernels to punch up the smokey flavors. I recently discovered culantro and have started adding it to a variety of dishes. It's butch cilantro.

lvm

Used Burlap and Barrels “Smoke n Herb” seasoning, lobster bullion, white wine, carrots,onions,red peppers, potatoes,

Pete A

I didn’t have fish stock so I used two cups clam juice, 1 cup white wine, and water.

Merge

I pretty much threw the kitchen sink at this: bacon and butter (yum) diced red and yellow pepper, 4 cloves diced garlic, chopped potato, frozen peas toward the end (had no corn) and leftover cooked cod from the night before. I used white wine and water. Amazing and gone very quickly.

Nancy

Loved it. Great comfort food. Great with garlic bread! THANKS NYT.

ExDC

For the win! Onions, carrots, Fennel bulb sliced thin, canned corn, kale, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, thyme and dill...white wine, a dollop of yogurt since I didn't have milk. No potatoes bec of the carbs. Excellent cod was perfect! Next time, anchovies or coconut milk but not both...so good and easy.

Abe from Mamaroneck

Amazing recipe -family loved it!The tips to add clams in juice, bacon, cream, butter, and a little anchovy were helpful. Added extra hot paprika, pepper, cayenne and a little cayenne, too. Used spaetzel instead of potato.

datakat

I love a recipe that gives the basic idea and leaves me on my own to check the fridge, freezer and pantry.

Doug

Where is the recipe? All I'm seeing is a headline, a photo, and comments (??)

Russell

No fish stock? Try this. Add about 4 cups of water to a pot big enough that it's about one inch deep. Add a rack if you have one, (not critical). Steam a dozen, (or more), little neck clams until they open. Use the steaming liquid for fish stock, (clam broth). Add the steamed clams at the very end to the chowder just to warm them up.

Mary Jo Powell

You can leave out the milk/half and half and have something like Rhode Island clam chowder. To thicken you can mash some of the potatoes. I have also used potato starch to thicken chowder.

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FAQs

What is the best thickener for chowder? ›

Cornstarch is a great option as it is a natural thickening agent, but you'll want to be careful about how much you use. Start with 1 tablespoon of cornstarch whisked together with cold water to create a slurry. Then, gradually add the slurry to the soup, letting it boil for one to two minutes before adding more.

What's the difference between fish soup and fish chowder? ›

The difference between chowder, soup, and stew is that chowder is a soup made with broth that is thickened with flour and cream, with seafood and/or vegetables mixed in. Soup is made with water or broth and can host a variety of ingredients like pasta, vegetables, fruits, grains, meats or seafood.

What is the best way to thicken fish chowder? ›

For a thicker texture, make a simple slurry by mixing together ¼ cup of flour with ¼ cup of water, add it to the soup and let it boil for 2-3 minutes before adding the fish. You can also make a cornstarch slurry to keep it gluten free by mixing two tablespoons of cornstarch with four tablespoons of cold water.

What makes chowder chowder instead of soup? ›

What Is Chowder? A chowder is a thick, creamy soup featuring diced or chopped ingredients, left chunky for a hearty final result. Traditional chowder recipes feature seafood ingredients—for instance, clams or fish—while others forgo seafood in favor of vegetables or starches, like corn.

What flour is best for chowder? ›

Flour: Thicken the chowder up with all-purpose flour. Seasonings: Season the fish chowder with Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper. Evaporated milk: Evaporated milk makes the chowder even thicker and richer.

Is it better to thicken chowder with flour or cornstarch? ›

The most classic and surefire way to thicken a broth-based soup is with a cornstarch slurry. Whisk together equal parts cornstarch (or arrowroot) and water or broth, then whisk it into the pot of soup. A good ratio to get to a pleasant thickness without your soup tasting goopy or heavy is one tablespoon.

What makes it a bisque? ›

A traditional French chef would define a bisque as being a thick, creamy soup made with shellfish and thickened by a paste made from their shells. Julia Child was one chef to popularize lobster bisque in the United States; her recipe uses both the shells of the lobster and rice to thicken the bisque.

What is a fancy name for fish soup? ›

Cioppino, bourride, brodetto, cacciucco, zarzuela, gumbo. Fish soup.

Does chowder always have potatoes? ›

Customarily, chowder included onion, potatoes, and cream. Nowadays, not all chowders adhere to these guidelines. New England Clam Chowder is sometimes made with milk, whereas Manhattan Clam Chowder doesn't have any milk or cream but has a tomato base instead.

What goes good with fish chowder? ›

Crunchy oyster crackers, Caesar salad and bread are good companions. I like to eat chowder with barely-cooked fish like fresh tuna and salmon. Since there is a lot of cream in chowder, I would avoid acidic foods like tomato sauce and citrus. In general, think refreshing, crunchy to counterbalance the creaminess.

How do you reduce the fishy taste in chowder? ›

This can be done by cooking the fish in foil or by adding other ingredients to the recipe that will help to mask the strong fishy taste of the fish. Also, you can marinate the fish in a mixture of lemon juice, vinegar, and water for 30 minutes. This will help to neutralize the fishy taste.

What is a substitute for heavy cream in seafood chowder? ›

The Best Substitutes for Heavy Cream for Savory Recipes
  1. Evaporated milk works well as a substitute for heavy cream in sauces or soups calling for whole milk. ...
  2. Light cream has a fat content of around 20% (compared to heavy cream's 36% to 40%). ...
  3. Half-and-half.
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Can you use milk instead of cream in chowder? ›

Cream and milk can be used as substitutes in soup recipes, but it will affect the texture and flavor of the soup. Milk is a thinner liquid than cream and is generally used to add a creamy texture to soups without the added fat content. It will also give a slightly tangy flavor to the soup.

How do you thicken chowder without cream? ›

Add Flour Or Cornstarch

Instead, ladle a small amount of broth into a separate bowl and let it cool. Add a few tablespoons of flour or cornstarch to the bowl and whisk until it's blended smooth. Next, bring the soup to a simmer and add the mixture back to the pot. Pro tip: Don't dump in the entire mixture at once.

What are the three types of chowder? ›

Many regional variations exist, but the three most prevalent are New England or "white" clam chowder, which includes milk or cream, Manhattan or "red" clam chowder, which includes tomatoes, and Rhode Island or "clear" clam chowder, which omits both.

Which thickening agent used to thick chowder? ›

Start by using 1 tablespoon of cornstarch at a time, mixed with 2 tablespoons of water. More cornstarch slurry can be added, but be sure not to add too much. Only mix in a small amount of slurry at a time to ensure that your soup will thicken properly. Using corn starch is a fast, effective way to thicken soup.

What can I use to thicken seafood chowder? ›

You can start with 2 tablespoons of flour for every 1 cup of liquid as a general rule of thumb. To make a smooth paste, combine the flour with a small amount of cold liquid. Stir the paste gradually into the soup. To allow the flour to thicken the mixture, cook and stir it for a few minutes.

What is a thickening agent for seafood chowder? ›

How to thicken seafood chowder? Though a traditional recipe will call for milk, cream, as well as a roux to ensure a creamy and thick seafood chowder, you may feel the need to thicken it further. To do so, make a cornflour slurry by combing equal parts cornflour and cold water, broth, or soup.

Will heavy cream thicken chowder? ›

Heavy cream

Use heavy cream as a keto-friendly thickening option for your soups and broths. Heavy cream has more fat than regular whole milk, so you can add it to your soup recipes without worrying about it curdling.

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