Salmon Chowder
Salmon Chowder is a nourishing soup made with wild-caught salmon, potatoes, carrots, celery, and herbs. A filling, flavorful meal inspired by the Northwest.
Ingredients
- 1 pound salmon fillet deboned and skinned
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 small yellow onion
- 1 garlic clove minced or pressed
- 1 carrot diced
- 1 celery stalk diced
- 2 russet potatoes peeled and 1-inch dice
- 5 cups seafood stock, chicken stock, or filtered water
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme or a sprig of fresh thyme
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- ¼ cup chopped parsley
- 1 tablespoon capers chopped
- ½ cup sour cream (optional garnish)
- salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cube salmon. refrigerate until ready to use.
- In a 6-quart pot, melt butter. Add onions; season with salt and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes until onions are softened. Add garlic; stir for 10 seconds.
- Add carrot, celery, and potatoes.
- Cover and allow vegetables to steam for 5 minutes.
- Add stock or water, thyme, and dill. Cover and simmer (medium heat) for 10 minutes.
- Add salmon and tomato paste. Simmer uncovered for an additional five minutes or until the salmon begins to flake. Turn off the heat.
- Stir in parsley and capers. Salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot with a dollop of sour cream.
Notes
Serving: Red pepper flakes or hot sauce can be offered at the table for extra spice. A sprig of fresh dill or parsley would make it extra special. Skip the sour cream for a dairy-free chowder.
Reheating: To reheat the salmon chowder, you can microwave it, but it would be best to put the leftover soup in a small or medium saucepan and heat for 8-10 minutes over medium heat.
Storage: Store the leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container.
Freezing: The soup can be frozen for up to 2 months
Nutrition
Calories: 379.6kcalCarbohydrates: 26.8gProtein: 26.6gTotal Fat: 18.7gSaturated Fat: 7.7gCholesterol: 94.4mgSodium: 197.6mgPotassium: 1236.5mgFiber: 2.9gSugar: 4.6gNet Carbohydrates: 24g
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