Flying Fish Chowder Recipe

Name: Flying Fish Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 lb. flying fish or other flavorful white fish; 3 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces; juice of 1 lime; 1 large onion, minced; 1 green bell pepper, minced; 2 stalks celery, minced; 2 carrots, diced; 1 large potato, diced; 3 large tomatoes, peeled, seeded and coarsely chopped; 4 c. water; 1 bay leaf; 2 oz. dark rum; 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper; 1 tsp. thyme

Servings: persons

3/4 lb. flying fish or other flavorful white fish
3 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
juice of 1 lime
1 large onion, minced
1 green bell pepper, minced
2 stalks celery, minced
2 carrots, diced
1 large potato, diced
3 large tomatoes, peeled, seeded and coarsely chopped
4 c. water
1 bay leaf
2 oz. dark rum
1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
1 tsp. thyme

1
Boil the fish in the water until it flakes.
2
Place bacon in a skillet and cook until fat is rendered.
3
Saute the onion, pepper, celery, carrots and potatoes in the fat for 10 minutes.
4
Flake the fish into a large stockpot.
5
Add the water, vegetables, bacon and tomatoes.
6
Heat to boiling.
7
Add all other ingredients except rum, cayenne pepper and thyme.
8
Cover.
9
Lower the heat and simmer for 1 hour.
10
Add the rum, cayenne and thyme.
11
Simmer for an additional 30 minutes.
12
Serve hot.

202

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 lb. flying fish or other flavorful white fish, 3 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces, juice of 1 lime, 1 large onion, minced, and more.

Yes, Flying Fish Chowder 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!

Flying Fish Chowder

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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