Geoduck Chowder

local_grocery_store Ingredients

• 1 geoduck, cleaned and sliced (approx. 500g)
• 2 potatoes, peeled and diced (approx. 400g)
• 1 onion, diced (approx. 150g)
• 2 stalks celery, diced (approx. 100g)
• 4 slices bacon, chopped
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• to taste salt
• to taste black pepper

restaurant_menu Method

1. 1.In a large pot, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the pot and set aside, leaving the bacon fat in the pot.
2. 2.Add the butter to the pot and melt it in the bacon fat. Add the onion and celery and cook until softened.
3. 3.Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute.
4. 4.Slowly pour in the chicken broth, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
5. 5.Add the potatoes and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until the potatoes are tender.
6. 6.Stir in the geoduck and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
7. 7.Pour in the heavy cream and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
8. 8.Simmer for another 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
9. 9.Serve the chowder hot, garnished with the crispy bacon.
10. 10.Enjoy the comforting and delicious Geoduck Chowder!

lightbulb_outline Tips

• chevron_rightIf you can't find geoduck, you can substitute with clams or other seafood of your choice.
• chevron_rightFor a thicker chowder, you can mash some of the potatoes with a fork before adding the geoduck.
• chevron_rightFeel free to add other vegetables like corn or carrots for extra flavor and texture.