New England Clam-Less Chowder Recipe

Name: New England Clam-Less Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon canola oil; 2 teaspoons soy sauce or 2 teaspoons tamari; 4 ounces firm tofu, finely diced; 1 tablespoon soy margarine; 1 large onion, finely chopped; 2 celery ribs, finely diced; 2 tablespoons unbleached white flour; 4 cups vegetable stock or 4 cups water; 3 medium potatoes, scrubbed and diced; 3 cups fresh corn kernels; 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/4 teaspoon dried summer savory or 1/4 teaspoon marjoram; 2 cups low-fat milk or 2 cups soymilk (or as needed); salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon canola oil
2 teaspoons soy sauce or 2 teaspoons tamari
4 ounces firm tofu, finely diced
1 tablespoon soy margarine
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 celery ribs, finely diced
2 tablespoons unbleached white flour
4 cups vegetable stock or 4 cups water
3 medium potatoes, scrubbed and diced
3 cups fresh corn kernels
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon dried summer savory or 1/4 teaspoon marjoram
2 cups low-fat milk or 2 cups soymilk (or as needed)
salt and pepper

1
Heat the oil and soy sauce or tmari slowly in a medium sized skillet.
2
Stir the diced tofu in quickly to coat, then turn the heat up to medium high.
3
Saute stirring frequently until browned and crisp on all sides, about 12- 15 miuntes.
4
When done, remove from the heat and set aside until needed In the meantime, heat the margarine in a soup pot.
5
Add the onion and celery and and saute over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until the onion is golden, about 10 minutes.
6
Sprinkle in the flour a little at a time.
7
Slowly stir in the stock or water, then add the potato dice, corn kernels and dried herbs.
8
Bring to a simmer, then simmer gently, covered, until the potatoes are tender and the corn kernels are done, about 20- 25 minutes.
9
With the back of a wooden spoon, mash a small amount of the potatoes to thicken the base.
10
Then add milk or soy milk as needed.
11
The soup should be simithick but will not be too dense.
12
Slowly bring to a gentle simmer, then season to taste with salt and pepper.
13
If time allows, let the soup stand off the heat for an hour or two before serving, then heat through as needed.

370

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

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon canola oil, 2 teaspoons soy sauce or 2 teaspoons tamari, 4 ounces firm tofu, finely diced, 1 tablespoon soy margarine, and more.

Yes, New England Clam-Less 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.

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New England Clam-Less Chowder

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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