Newfoundland Cod Chowder

Submitted by *Parsley*

"A Canadian fish chowder posted for ZWT4."

 

• Ready In: 55mins
• Ingredients: 11
• Serves: 8

ingredients

• 4 slices bacon
• 2 onions, chopped
• 1 teaspoon summer savory
• 6 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
• 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 4 cups water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 1⁄2 lbs cod fish fillets, cut into 1-inch chunks
• 1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk
• white pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives

directions

1. In a large, heavy saucepan, cook bacon over medium high heat for about 10 minutes or until crisp.
2. Chop the cooked bacon coarsely and set aside.
3. Drain off all but 1 tablespoons bacon fat from saucepan.
4. Add onions and savory to the saucepan. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes or until softened.
5. Add potatoes, carrots, water and salt.
6. Bring to boil. Cover; reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes or until tender.
7. Add the cod chunks; simmer for about 5 minutes or until fish flakes easily.
8. Add milk and pepper, heat through.
9. Serve in bowls and garnish with the bacon and chives.

Reviews

[PaulaG]

This was selected for *ZWT 4* Canadian Crockpot Challenge. The recipe was scaled to 4 servings allowing me to use a 3 qt Crockpot. The onions were cooked in a small amount of olive oil before adding to the pot with remaining ingredients except for the evaporated milk. The fish was defrosted only enough to allow it to be cut into chunks. The chowder cooked for about 6 hours on low and I found that the fish flaked apart, which we didn't object to. If you prefer larger pieces of fish in the chowder, I might suggest placing the frozen fish on top of all and then breaking apart when adding the milk. I felt that the broth needed a little thickening so I made a light roux blending it into the chowder along with the milk the last hour of cooking. The bacon was microwaved and crumbled on top of all. Delicious!

 

[stephanydianeharvey]

I ate three bowls! Having visited Newfoundland, I knew I’d need to make a few changes. I did use bacon grease left over from breakfast for the onions, and I also added sliced mushrooms. Instead of savory, I used a Cajun based seasoning with cayenne. I did not use carrots (I ate a LOT of carrots in Newfoundland), and substituted peas and corn. Instead of water, I used chicken bone broth. I also added a few T of grated cheese left over from tacos. The best part of this was the canned milk. It added a depth of flavor that fresh milk would lack. This is a great way to use frozen cod filets, and we will be making it again.

 

[peobh]

Love this recipe, it reminds me of home! Today I am making this chowder with shrimp, clams, crab and salmon!

 

[Nado2003]

Fast, easy and delicious. I added a little more salt. I thought it could have been a little thicker. But still very good. Thank you.

 

[Ladymedic]

Made this for my Dad who has been off the rock for as long as I've been alive. He loved it. I felt it needed to be a little thicker as a chowder so added a corn startch slurry to thicken it up. Can't wait to make it again. Maybe next time with some baby shrimp.....Thanks for a taste of home.