Seafood Chowder Recipe

Name: Seafood Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 12 lbs cod or 1 12 lbs haddock fillets (fresh or frozen); 14 lb salt pork or 14 lb bacon, diced; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; ½ cup celery, diced; 1 chicken bouillon cube; 2 cups boiling water; 2 cups potatoes, diced; 1 teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon thyme; pepper; 1 cup evaporated milk (or 10% light cream); 1 cup milk

Servings: persons

1 12 lbs cod or 1 12 lbs haddock fillets (fresh or frozen)
14 lb salt pork or 14 lb bacon, diced
1 medium onion, finely chopped
½ cup celery, diced
1 chicken bouillon cube
2 cups boiling water
2 cups potatoes, diced
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon thyme
pepper
1 cup evaporated milk (or 10% light cream)
1 cup milk

1
Thaw fillets if using frozen fish and cut into 1 1/2 inch cubes.
2
Dice salt pork or bacon into 1/2 pieces and fry in frying pan until crisp and brown.
3
Remove pork or bacon and reserve until later.
4
Saute onion and celery in remaining fat until tender.
5
Dissolve boullion cube in boiling water and add to vegetables.
6
Add potatoes and seasonings.
7
Cover and simmer until potatoes are tender.
8
Add chunks of fish and cook until fish is tender.
9
Add evaporated milk or cream and milk.
10
Heat gently to blend flavours but do not boil or chowder may curdle.
11
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
12
Serve garnished with bacon bits.

9871

kcal

Calories

791

Fat

Carbs

602

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

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 12 lbs cod or 1 12 lbs haddock fillets (fresh or frozen), 14 lb salt pork or 14 lb bacon, diced, 1 medium onion, finely chopped, ½ cup celery, diced, and more.

Yes, Seafood 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!

Seafood Chowder

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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