Legal Seafood Style Low Fat Clam Chowder
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours
Servings: 4
Description
Dive into a bowl of pure, savory delight with this Legal Seafood Style Low Fat Clam Chowder, a refreshing twist on a classic. Eschewing the traditional butter, milk, or cream, this chowder derives its rich, intense flavor from a slow simmer, letting the ingredients meld beautifully. Originally featured in the Boston Globe in April 1989, this recipe is a must-try for anyone looking to enjoy a hearty yet healthy chowder.
Ingredients
- 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cans (6.5 oz each) chopped clams, with juice
- 2 1/2 cups bottled clam juice
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 cup carrot, diced
- 1 cup potato, peeled and diced
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
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Combine Ingredients: In a large saucepan, combine the chopped onion, clams with their juice, bottled clam juice, water, bay leaf, and dried thyme. Stir well to mix.
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Initial Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, cover the saucepan, reduce the heat to low, and let it simmer gently for 45 minutes. This extended simmering time will help develop a deep, rich flavor in the chowder.
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Add Vegetables: After 45 minutes, add the diced celery and carrot to the saucepan. Stir, cover, and continue to simmer for an additional 25 minutes, allowing the vegetables to soften and infuse their flavors into the broth.
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Incorporate Potatoes and Garlic: Next, add the diced potato and minced garlic to the saucepan. Cover and simmer for another 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and cooked through.
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Final Touches: Remove the bay leaf from the chowder. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding salt to taste and a generous amount of freshly ground black pepper for a punch of flavor.
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Serve: Ladle the chowder into bowls, garnish with chopped fresh parsley, and serve hot.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
- Calories: 138
- Fat: 1.3 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1 g
- Cholesterol: 43.1 mg
- Sodium: 424.6 mg
- Carbohydrates: 14.7 g
- Fiber: 2.2 g
- Sugar: 2.6 g
- Protein: 16.5 g
Enjoy this delicious, low-fat clam chowder that’s as comforting as it is healthy. Whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a cozy lunch, this chowder is sure to please your palate and keep you coming back for more! 🥣🌿
