Chowder With Saffron and Fingerling Potatoes Recipe

Name: Chowder With Saffron and Fingerling Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 slices thick-cut bacon, cut into thin crosswise strips (about 1/4 pound); ½ cup chopped leek (white and pale green portions only, about 2 large leeks); 3 (8 ounce) bottles clam juice (or 3 cups fish stock); 1 lb fingerling potato, washed, dried, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick rounds; ½ cup dry white wine or ½ cup water; 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leave; ½ teaspoon crumbled saffron thread; ½ cup whipping cream; salt and pepper; 6 (5 ounce) cod fish fillets or 6 (5 ounce) halibut fillets

Servings: persons

1
Cook bacon in heavy, large pot over medium heat until crisp.
2
Using slotted spoon, transfer to paper towels to drain.
3
Add leeks to pot.
4
Cover and cook until leeks are very tender, stirring frequently, about 4 minutes.
5
Add clam juice, potatoes, wine or water, thyme and saffron.
6
Bring to boil; reduce heat to medium and cover.
7
Simmer until potatoes are just tender, stirring occasionally, about 7 minutes.
8
Stir in cream and reserved bacon.
9
Taste and adjust seasoning, adding salt, if needed, and pepper.
10
Sprinkle fish with salt and pepper; place atop chowder.
11
Cover and cook until fish is opaque in center, about 10 minutes.
12
Using slotted spoon, transfer 1 fillet to each of 6 bowls.
13
Ladle chowder over fish and serve.

354

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

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* 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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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: 4 slices thick-cut bacon, cut into thin crosswise strips (about 1/4 pound), ½ cup chopped leek (white and pale green portions only, about 2 large leeks), 3 (8 ounce) bottles clam juice (or 3 cups fish stock), 1 lb fingerling potato, washed, dried, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick rounds, and more.

Yes, Chowder With Saffron and Fingerling Potatoes falls under the Soups & Stews 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!

Chowder With Saffron and Fingerling Potatoes

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Variations & substitutions

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