Spiced Manhattan Clam Chowder Recipe

Name: Spiced Manhattan Clam Chowder
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 ripe tomatoes, peeled, cored, seeded and diced; 1/4 cup grated lemon rind; 1/4 cup minced mint leaves; 32 littleneck clams, scrubbed; 2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced; 1 cup dry white wine; 2 cups water; 2 slices smoked bacon, chopped; 1 white onion, minced; 1 teaspoon orange zest; 3 cups fresh or canned plum tomatoes, with juice; 1 1/8-inch cinnamon stick; 3 boiling potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes; 1/4 teaspoon saffron threads; Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Servings: persons

4 ripe tomatoes, peeled, cored, seeded and diced
1/4 cup grated lemon rind
1/4 cup minced mint leaves
32 littleneck clams, scrubbed
2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
1 cup dry white wine
2 cups water
2 slices smoked bacon, chopped
1 white onion, minced
1 teaspoon orange zest
3 cups fresh or canned plum tomatoes, with juice
1 1/8-inch cinnamon stick
3 boiling potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/4 teaspoon saffron threads
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

1
Combine the tomatoes, lemon rind and mint.
2
Set aside.
3
Combine the clams, garlic, wine and water in a pot and bring to a boil.
4
Cover, lower the heat and simmer until the clams open, about 5 minutes.
5
Remove from the heat.
6
Strain, reserve the broth and set the clams aside.
7
Fry the bacon in a large saucepan until golden, about 5 minutes.
8
Add the onion and half the orange zest.
9
Continue cooking until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
10
Add the tomatoes, their juice and the cinnamon stick.
11
Simmer for 30 minutes.
12
Remove the cinnamon and discard.
13
Pour the tomato broth into a blender or food processor.
14
Puree until smooth.
15
Transfer to a clean saucepan.
16
Add the clam broth and potatoes.
17
Simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 5 to 8 minutes.
18
Take the clams out of their shells.
19
Add the saffron and the remaining orange zest to the chowder and simmer for one minute.
20
Add the clam meat.
21
Continue cooking for about 2 minutes.
22
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
23
Ladle into 4 bowls.
24
Garnish with the tomato-lemon-mint mixture.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 ripe tomatoes, peeled, cored, seeded and diced, 1/4 cup grated lemon rind, 1/4 cup minced mint leaves, 32 littleneck clams, scrubbed, and more.

Yes, Spiced 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.

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Spiced Manhattan Clam Chowder

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Variations & substitutions

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