Recipes

Trout Chowder with Garden Vegetables

January 05, 2025 / freshwater / new hampshire / new york / pennsylvania / trout / vermont

This hearty trout chowder is a comforting dish that combines tender trout with creamy broth and vibrant vegetables.

This hearty trout chowder is a comforting dish that combines tender trout with creamy broth and vibrant vegetables. The richness of the soup is perfectly balanced by the freshness of garden produce, making it a wholesome and satisfying meal for any occasion. Ideal for those who enjoy hearty yet refined flavors.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 trout fillets, cooked and flaked
  • 2 cups potatoes, diced (garden or locally grown)
  • 1 cup corn kernels (garden or locally grown)
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped (garden or locally grown)
  • 3 cups chicken or fish stock
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion and celery until softened.
  2. Add potatoes and stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
  3. Stir in corn, cream, and trout. Simmer for 5 minutes until heated through.
  4. Season with salt and black pepper. Serve hot with crusty bread.

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