Salmon Chowder Recipe

Name: Salmon Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 slices bacon, chopped; 2 medium leeks, thinly sliced; 1 garlic clove, crushed; ½ cup fresh dill, chopped; ¾ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon white pepper; 2 cups fish stock or 2 cups clam juice; 1 12 lbs small red potatoes, cut into 1/2 inch pieces; 1 lb fresh salmon, skinned and cut into 1/2 inch pieces; 4 cups skim milk; 1 cup whole kernel corn; 1 pinch saffron (optional)

Servings: persons

3 slices bacon, chopped
2 medium leeks, thinly sliced
1 garlic clove, crushed
½ cup fresh dill, chopped
¾ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon white pepper
2 cups fish stock or 2 cups clam juice
1 12 lbs small red potatoes, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1 lb fresh salmon, skinned and cut into 1/2 inch pieces
4 cups skim milk
1 cup whole kernel corn
1 pinch saffron (optional)

1
Cook bacon in large skillet until crisp.
2
Drain all but 1 Tbsp of fat.
3
Cook leeks and garlic in remaining fat, about 5 minutes until leeks are soft.
4
Stir in dill, salt, pepper, potatoes, and fish stock.
5
(optional, add pinch of saffron at this time) Cook uncovered until potates are tender but not done, about 10-15 minutes.
6
Add milk and salmon and cook for 5 minutes.
7
Scoop out 2 cups of soup and puree in mini processor.
8
Return to chowder, add corn, and cook another 5 minutes until Salmon is done.

559

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 slices bacon, chopped, 2 medium leeks, thinly sliced, 1 garlic clove, crushed, ½ cup fresh dill, chopped, and more.

Yes, Salmon 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!

Salmon Chowder

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Variations & substitutions

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