Seafood Chowder with Sherry and Serrano Ham Recipe

Name: Seafood Chowder with Sherry and Serrano Ham
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups bottled clam broth; 2 cups water; Pinch of dried thyme; 1 large Yukon gold potato, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice; 1 large egg; 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 1 pound well-trimmed monkfish fillets, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces; 1/3 cup frozen peas; 1/4 cup finely diced Serrano ham or prosciutto (1 1/2 ounces); 2 tablespoons finely chopped piquillo pepper or roasted red pepper; 1/2 pound shelled and deveined medium shrimp; 2 tablespoons dry sherry

Servings: persons

3 cups bottled clam broth
2 cups water
Pinch of dried thyme
1 large Yukon gold potato, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 large egg
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 pound well-trimmed monkfish fillets, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
1/3 cup frozen peas
1/4 cup finely diced Serrano ham or prosciutto (1 1/2 ounces)
2 tablespoons finely chopped piquillo pepper or roasted red pepper
1/2 pound shelled and deveined medium shrimp
2 tablespoons dry sherry

1
In a large saucepan, combine the clam broth, water and thyme and bring to a boil over moderately high heat.
2
Add the potato and cook until almost tender when pierced, about 10 minutes.
3
Meanwhile, in a blender, beat the egg.
4
With the machine on, gradually beat in the olive oil and then the lemon juice.
5
Gradually add 1/2 cup of the hot clam broth and blend until emulsified.
6
Season the sauce with salt and pepper.
7
Add the monkfish, peas, Serrano ham and piquillo pepper to the broth in the pot and cook for 2 1/2 minutes.
8
Add the shrimp and simmer until they are pink and curled, about 2 minutes.
9
Add the sherry.
10
Remove the chowder from the heat and stir in the egg mixture.
11
Season the soup with salt and pepper and serve.

433

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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 cups bottled clam broth, 2 cups water, Pinch of dried thyme, 1 large Yukon gold potato, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice, and more.

Yes, Seafood Chowder with Sherry and Serrano Ham 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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Seafood Chowder with Sherry and Serrano Ham

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