Manhattan Clam Chowder

Derived from Portuguese cuisine, Manhattan Clam Chowder is tomato-based in keeping with Portuguese tradition of tomato-based stews.

Prep Time

Servings

1 Tbsp canola oil (15 mL)

1 large onion, diced (1)

2-3 ribs celery, diced (2-3)

1/2 cup green pepper, diced (125 mL)

4 sprigs fresh thyme (4)

2 bay leaves (2)

2 cloves garlic, minced (2)

1 medium sized potato, cubed (1)

1 – 28 oz can diced tomatoes (796 mL)

2 Tbsp tomato paste (30 mL)

2 – 236 mL bottles of clam juice (2)

2 – 142 g cans whole baby clams in water (2)

1/4 cup fresh parsley (garnish) (60 mL)

  1. In a large pot over medium-high heat add canola oil. Sauté onions, celery, green pepper, thyme and bay leaves until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add remaining ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes.
  4. Serve with crusty bread and top with fresh parsley.

Ingredients

1 Tbsp canola oil (15 mL)

1 large onion, diced (1)

2-3 ribs celery, diced (2-3)

1/2 cup green pepper, diced (125 mL)

4 sprigs fresh thyme (4)

2 bay leaves (2)

2 cloves garlic, minced (2)

1 medium sized potato, cubed (1)

1 – 28 oz can diced tomatoes (796 mL)

2 Tbsp tomato paste (30 mL)

2 – 236 mL bottles of clam juice (2)

2 – 142 g cans whole baby clams in water (2)

1/4 cup fresh parsley (garnish) (60 mL)

Directions

  1. In a large pot over medium-high heat add canola oil. Sauté onions, celery, green pepper, thyme and bay leaves until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add remaining ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes.
  4. Serve with crusty bread and top with fresh parsley.

Nutritional Analysis

Calories

160

Total Fat

2 g

Saturated Fat

0.3 g

Cholesterol

34 mg

Sodium

440 mg

Carbohydrates

19.7 g

Fiber

3.7 g

Protein

11.6 g

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