Healthy Manhattan Clam Chowder Recipe

Name: Healthy Manhattan Clam Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (10 ounce) cans baby clams, drained (juice reserved); 30 30 ounces broth or 30 ounces water; 3 ounces salt pork, finely minced; 1 onion, chopped (optional); 1 chopped celery rib; 1 leek, cleaned well and chopped; 1 green bell pepper, chopped; 2 -3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 (16 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 1 bay leaf; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon salt (to taste); 1/2 teaspoon white pepper (to taste); 1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce (to taste); 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (to taste); 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning (to taste); 3 small turnips, peeled and diced

Servings: persons

2 (10 ounce) cans baby clams, drained (juice reserved)
30 30 ounces broth or 30 ounces water
3 ounces salt pork, finely minced
1 onion, chopped (optional)
1 chopped celery rib
1 leek, cleaned well and chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
2 -3 garlic cloves, minced
1 (16 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1/2 teaspoon white pepper (to taste)
1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce (to taste)
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (to taste)
1/2 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning (to taste)
3 small turnips, peeled and diced

1
Place salt pork into your soup pot and cook until fat renders and salt pork browns lightly (no need to drain fat unless you want to).
2
Add the onion, celery, leek, green pepper and garlic, and cook, stirring, until veggies become tender.
3
Add broth/water, reserved clam juice, undrained tomatoes (if you use fresh tomato you may want to add some tomato juice, broth, or water to compensate), bay leaf, thyme, oregano, salt, pepper, Tabasco, worcestershire, and Old Bay seasoning.
4
Stir well, bring to a boil and then lower heat, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes.
5
Add chopped turnips and simmer, covered, for 25 minutes more.
6
Add drained clams and heat for about 5 minutes or until warmed through.
7
Discard bay leaf before serving and check seasonings to see if adjustment is necessary.

151

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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

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (10 ounce) cans baby clams, drained (juice reserved), 30 30 ounces broth or 30 ounces water, 3 ounces salt pork, finely minced, 1 onion, chopped (optional), and more.

Yes, Healthy Manhattan Clam 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!

Healthy Manhattan Clam Chowder

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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