Description
This creamy salmon chowder soup is a comforting and flavorful dish featuring tender chunks of fresh salmon simmered with vegetables, potatoes, and a blend of aromatic herbs in a rich, creamy broth. Perfect for a hearty meal, this American-style chowder is easy to prepare on the stovetop and garnished with fresh parsley for a vibrant finish.
Ingredients
Seafood
- Fresh salmon fillets, cut into chunks – 1 lb
Vegetables
- Diced onion – 1 cup
- Diced celery – 1 cup
- Diced carrots – 1 cup
- Minced garlic – 2 cloves
- Peeled and diced russet potatoes – 3 cups
Liquids & Fats
- Butter – 2 tablespoons
- Olive oil – 1 tablespoon
- Seafood or chicken broth – 4 cups
- Heavy cream – 1 cup
- Whole milk – 1 cup
Herbs & Spices
- Fresh dill, chopped – 2 tablespoons
- Dried thyme – 1 teaspoon
- Salt – 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste)
- Black pepper – ½ teaspoon
- Smoked paprika – ½ teaspoon
Others
- Lemon juice – 1 tablespoon
- Chopped parsley for garnish – 2 tablespoons
Instructions
- Prepare the base: Heat the butter and olive oil in a large pot over medium heat to create a rich cooking base for your chowder.
- Sauté vegetables: Add the diced onion, celery, and carrots to the pot and cook for about 5 minutes, or until softened and fragrant, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, letting the aroma develop without burning.
- Cook potatoes and season: Add the diced potatoes, seafood or chicken broth, dried thyme, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer gently for 12 to 15 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
- Add salmon and cream: Gently stir in the salmon chunks, heavy cream, and whole milk. Maintain a low simmer for 6 to 8 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily.
- Finish with herbs and lemon: Stir in the chopped fresh dill and a squeeze of lemon juice. Taste the chowder and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- Serve: Ladle the chowder into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley for a fresh and colorful presentation.
Notes
- You can substitute half-and-half for the heavy cream to lighten the chowder.
- Add corn kernels for extra sweetness and texture.
- Smoked salmon can be used to replace some or all of the fresh salmon for a deeper, smoky flavor.
