New England Fish Chowder Recipe

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Ingredients:

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2 oz meaty salt pork, rind removed and cut into 1/3-inch dice
1 tbsp unsalted butter
1 medium onion (7 oz) cut into 3/4-inch dice
3 to 4 sprigs fresh summer savory , or thyme, leaves removed and chopped (1/2 tbsp)
1 dried bay leaf
1 lb yukon gold , maine , pei , or other all-purpose potatoes, peeled and sliced 1/3-inch thick
2 1/2 cups traditional fish stock, chicken stock, or water (as a last resort)
kosher or sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 lb skinless haddock or cod fillets, preferably over 1-inch thick , pinbones removed
3/4 cup heavy cream (or up to 1 cup if desired)
1 tbsp chopped fresh italian parsley, for garnish
1 tbsp minced fresh chives, for garnish

Directions:

Heat a 2 to 3-quart heavy pot over low heat and add the diced salt pork. Once it has rendered a few tablespoons of fat, increase the heat to medium and cook until the pork is a crisp golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cracklings to a small ovenproof dish, leaving the fat in the pot, and reserve until later.
Add the butter, onions, savory or thyme, and bay leaf to the pot and saute, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon, for about 8 minutes, until the onions are softened but not browned.
Add the potatoes and stock. If the stock doesn't cover the potatoes, add just enough water to cover them. Turn up the heat and bring to a boil, cover, and cook the potatoes vigorously for about 10 minutes, until they are soft on the outside but still firm in the center. If the stock hasn't thickened lightly, smash a few of the potato slices against the side of the pot and cook for 1 or 2 minutes longer to release their starch. Reduce the heat to low and season assertively with salt and pepper (you want to almost over season the chowder at this point to avoid having to stir it much once the fish is added). Add the fish fillets and cook over low heat for 5 minutes, then remove the pot from the heat and allow the chowder to sit for 10 minutes (the fish will finish cooking during this time).
Gently stir in the cream and taste for salt and pepper. If you are not serving the chowder within the hour, let it cool a bit, then refrigerate; cover the chowder after it has chilled completely. Otherwise, let is sit for up to 1 hour at room temperature, allowing the flavors to meld.
When ready to serve, reheat the chowder over low heat; don't let it boil. Warm the cracklings in a low oven (200 degrees) for a few minutes.
Use a slotted spoon to mound the chunks of fish, the onions, and potatoes in the center of large soup plates or shallow bowls, and ladle the creamy broth around. Scatter the cracklings over the individual servings and finish each with a sprinkling of chopped parsley and minced chives.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	351.34 Kcal (1471 kJ)
Calories from fat	105.07 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	11.67g	18%
Cholesterol	130.29mg	43%
Sodium	373.72mg	16%
Potassium	1065.13mg	23%
Total Carbs	27.63g	9%
Sugars	3.35g	13%
Dietary Fiber	2.45g	10%
Protein	31.85g	64%
Vitamin C	28.6mg	48%
Iron	92mg	511%
Calcium	64.3mg	6%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	97.24 Kcal (407 kJ)
Calories from fat	29.08 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	3.23g	18%
Cholesterol	36.06mg	43%
Sodium	103.44mg	16%
Potassium	294.8mg	23%
Total Carbs	7.65g	9%
Sugars	0.93g	13%
Dietary Fiber	0.68g	10%
Protein	8.82g	64%
Vitamin C	7.9mg	48%
Iron	25.5mg	511%
Calcium	17.8mg	6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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