Salmon Chowder
Salmon chowder is a comforting, creamy dish filled with tender salmon, hearty potatoes, and vibrant veggies. Perfect for cozy nights in or family gatherings, this chowder delivers warmth in every spoonful. With its rich flavors and easy preparation, you’ll be serving up smiles all around.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh salmon fillets
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 2 cups fish stock or vegetable broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh dill or thyme, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions and celery until translucent.
- Add diced potatoes and corn; stir for 2 minutes.
- Pour in broth and bring to a gentle boil. Cover and simmer until potatoes are tender (about 15 minutes).
- Stir in heavy cream and add diced salmon gently. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until the salmon is just cooked through.
- Mix in fresh herbs, salt, and pepper. Let sit off heat for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Use wild-caught salmon for optimal flavor. For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or coconut milk. Add lemon juice at the end for a refreshing twist.