Boston Fish Chowder
Boston Fish Chowder is a hearty, creamy seafood soup featuring tender fish, smoky bacon, and savory seasonings. Its rich flavors and comforting warmth make it perfect for a cozy dinner, especially on chilly days. The dish highlights the classic New England culinary tradition with a flavorful, satisfying profile.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Cover the fish with cold water and bring to a boil to make the fish stock.
- Fry bacon slices until crisp; remove from pan and set aside.
- In the bacon fat, brown the chopped onion.
- Cut the potatoes into 1/2-inch cubes and add them to the onions.
- Strain the fish stock into the pot with onions and potatoes and cook until the potatoes are soft, about 10 minutes.
- Flake the cooked fish and add it to the pot.
- Add hot milk, butter, salt, and pepper, then reheat the mixture without boiling.
- Sprinkle dried parsley, dill, and crumbled bacon bits on top before serving.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
678
kcal
34% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).