Boston's Union Oyster House's Clam Chowder Recipe

Name: Boston's Union Oyster House's Clam Chowder Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10 c. clam juice; 2 lb baking potatoes, like russets peeled, diced; 4 lb fresh or possibly frzn clams shelled, diced; 1/4 lb salt pork diced; 2 sm onions diced; 1 c. butter; 1 c. flour; 2 pt half-and-half Salt to taste Freshly-grnd black pepper to taste; 1 dsh warm pepper sauce; 1 dsh Worcestershire sauce

Servings: persons

1
Bring the potatoes and the clam juice to the boil.
2
Cook till the potatoes are tender, about 10 to 15 min.
3
Add in the clams and any of their liquid.
4
Cook about 5 min.
5
Set aside.
6
Add in the pork to a saute/fry pan and cook over low heat till rendered.
7
Add in the onions and cook till transparent.
8
Add in the butter and allow it to heat.
9
Add in the flour and cook till slightly colored.
10
Add in a bit more flour if necessary if the mix is too soft.
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Bring the clams, juice and potatoes back to the boil.
12
Gradually stir in the cooked roux.
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Bring to a rolling boil to thicken.
14
Stir continuously while cooking.
15
Beat the half-and-half and add in to the soup.
16
It may not be necessary to use all the half-and-half; the soup should be thick.
17
Adjust the seasoning and add in a dash of warm pepper sauce and Worcestershire sauce before serving.
18
This recipe yields 10 servings.

886

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 10 c. clam juice, 2 lb baking potatoes, like russets peeled, diced, 4 lb fresh or possibly frzn clams shelled, diced, 1/4 lb salt pork diced, and more.

Yes, Boston's Union Oyster House's Clam Chowder Recipe falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!