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Clam Chowder – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Clam Chowder

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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 357
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 20.0 oz (567g) wild-caught baby clams, with juice included
  • 0.5 cup (50g / 1.76 oz) chopped scallions
  • 0.5 cup (50g / 1.76 oz) chopped celery
  • 1.0 tsp (6g / 0.21 oz) sea salt
  • 1.0 tsp (2g / 0.07 oz) ground black pepper
  • 1.0 tsp (1g / 0.04 oz) dried thyme
  • 1.0 tbsp (15ml) avocado oil
  • 2.0 cups (470g / 16.6 oz) full-fat coconut cream
  • 2.0 cups (475ml) chicken broth
  • Control the Consistency: If you prefer an even thicker Crockpot clam chowder, you can whisk 1 teaspoon (5 ml / 0.2 fl oz) of konjac powder or xanthan gum into a small amount of the broth before adding it back to the pot during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
  • The Coconut Cream Trick: Use culinary grade full-fat coconut cream (the kind in the can, not the carton). Shake the can well before measuring to ensure the healthy fats are perfectly emulsified for a velvety texture.

Method
 

  1. Grease the interior of a 6. 0-quart (5. 7L) slow cooker with 1. 0 tbsp (15ml) of avocado oil to prevent sticking and add a hint of healthy fat.
  2. Add the 20. 0 oz (567g) of baby clams along with their natural juices directly into the pot for maximum flavor.
  3. Incorporate the 0. 5 cup (50g / 1.76 oz) of chopped scallions, 0. 5 cup (50g / 1.76 oz) of chopped celery, and the dry seasonings (salt, pepper, and thyme) into the slow cooker.
  4. Pour in the 2. 0 cups (470g / 16.6 oz) of full-fat coconut cream and 2. 0 cups (475ml) of chicken broth, then stir the mixture thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.
  5. Secure the lid on the slow cooker and set the temperature to the Low heat setting.
  6. Allow the soup to simmer for 4. 0 to 6. 0 hours, or until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have fully melded together.
  7. Give the mixture one final stir and serve this hearty Clam Chowder straightaway while it is piping hot.
  8. Don't Toss the Liquid: The nectar inside the cans of wild-caught baby clams is concentrated flavor gold. Ensure you pour every drop into the slow cooker to build a deeply savory creamy seafood broth.
  9. Layer Your Aromatics: For an extra punch of flavor, quickly sauté the scallions and celery in the avocado oil on the stovetop before adding them to the slow cooker. This blooms the vegetables and adds a sweeter, caramelized note to the finished dish.

Nutrition

Calories: 357kcalCarbohydrates: 9.2gProtein: 15.2gFat: 28.9g

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