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Rich Fish Chowder

This rich fish chowder makes a delicious entree or starter soup. With simple ingredients & full flavor, it is perfect for everyday or special occasions.
Author: Inger
5 from 1 vote
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine International
Servings 4
Calories 365 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ounces side pork diced (aka pork belly. Salt pork or even bacon may be used)
  • 1/2 - 1 1/2 teaspoons salt omit if using salt pork
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 3 cups thinly sliced onions or 4 cups sliced leeks, from 3 large leeks
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 2 cups stock from seafood
  • ½ pound fingerling potatoes sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 6 sprigs fresh
  • 1 1/2 cups half-and-half*
  • 10 ounces cod or other white fish, cut into 2-inch chunks

Instructions
 

  • Fry diced side pork in a large saucepan until browned and crisp. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt, butter and onions and cook until onions are very soft but not caramelized. (They will be a bit brown from the pork juices)
  • Add wine, stock, potatoes and thyme. Cook for 5 minutes. Add cod chunks and cook another 5-10 minutes until cod is cooked through.
  • Add half & half and heat until just hot.Taste and adjust salt as needed.
  • Enjoy.

Notes

*original recipe used 2 cups. I only had 1 1/2 cups left and that worked fine--and cut the calories slightly!

Nutrition

Calories: 365kcal
I am not a health professional and nutrition data is calculated programatically. Accuracy may vary with product selection, calculator accuracy, etc. Consult a professional for the best information.
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