smoked salmon chowder

(4 ratings)
Recipe by
Vicki Butts (lazyme)
Grapeview, WA

For centuries, salmon has been smoked in Ireland using time-honored techniques that capture and enhance the flavor and texture of this great fish. From "The New Irish Table" by Margaret M. Johnson.

(4 ratings)
yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For smoked salmon chowder

  • 2 Tbsp
    unsalted butter
  • 1
    onion, chopped
  • 1 clove
    garlic, peeled, minced
  • 4 oz
    mushrooms, cleaned, chopped
  • 2 Tbsp
    fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
  • 4 oz
    smoked salmon, chopped
  • ground white pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 c
    all-purpose flour
  • 2 c
    fish stock, or bottled clam juice
  • 1/2 c
    half and half
  • creme fraiche for garnish, optional
  • 4
    dill sprigs, for garnish

How To Make smoked salmon chowder

  • 1
    In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  • 2
    Add the onion, garlic, mushrooms and parsley.
  • 3
    Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
  • 4
    Add the salmon and white pepper and saute for 2 minutes more, or until the salmon is heated through.
  • 5
    Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the flour.
  • 6
    Gradually stir in the fish stock or clam juice.
  • 7
    Return the pan to medium heat and bring to a boil.
  • 8
    Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, or until thickened.
  • 9
    Stir in the half-and-half.
  • 10
    To serve, ladle the chowder into bowls, dollop with creme fraiche and dill sprigs.
  • 11
    174 calories (54% from fat),11 grams fat (6 grams sat. fat), 12 grams carbohydrate, 8 grams protein, 879 mg sodium, 34 mg cholesterol, 55 mg calcium, 0 grams fiber

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