Seafood Recipes

ClamChowder

Clams simmered gently in a milk and cream chowder with potato, onion, garlic and parsley.

Clam Chowder
4 People
Serves
10 Mins
Prep Time
45 Mins
Cook Time
Medium
Difficulty
American
Cuisine
The Recipe

About This SeafoodDish

Discover the perfect clam chowder recipe using the freshest clams from Pearl Seafoods. This creamy soup is made with premium clams, vegetables, and seasonings, creating a comforting and flavorful dish. Whether you're making it for a family meal or a special occasion, our high-quality clams will elevate your chowder to the next level. Order clams online from Pearl Seafoods and enjoy this classic dish with the freshest ingredients available.

Ingredients

  1. 2 tablespoons butter
  2. 1 onion, chopped
  3. 4 medium potatoes, diced
  4. 4-6 slices of bacon or 2 small ribs (for added flavor)
  5. 3 cups milk
  6. 2 cups vegetable or chicken stock
  7. 1 cup heavy cream
  8. 2 cloves garlic, minced
  9. 500g fresh clams, cleaned and chopped
  10. 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  11. Salt and pepper to taste

Method

  1. Melt butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft.
  2. Add potatoes and bacon or ribs. The bones will add extra flavour.
  3. Cook, stirring over low heat for about 30 minutes until golden.
  4. Stir in milk, stock, cream, garlic and clams. Simmer gently for 10 minutes. Stir in parsley. Season with pepper. Serve.
From Our Kitchen

Chef's Tip

Great clam chowder is all about rich comfort balanced with delicate seafood flavour. Slow cooking the onion, potatoes, and bacon creates a deep savoury base, while cream and stock give the soup its smooth, velvety texture. Fresh clams add natural sweetness and a subtle ocean flavour that lifts the entire dish, creating a hearty seafood classic that feels warming, satisfying, and full of depth.

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NUTRITION

NutritionPerServing

  • Calories 590 kcal
  • Total Fat 38.0 g
  • Total Carbohydrate 36.0 g
  • Protein 25.0 g
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