Hearty Halibut Chowder Recipe

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Aug 31, 2010

I'm sure this still would have been a 5 star without the changes I made, but I did make some revisions to fit our tastes and to decrease fat/calories even more, as this is already a fairly light chowder. I used cod (about a 1/3 of the price) and the flavor was still great. I also used a couple extra pototoes and pureed them after they got a bit soft to help create a thicker consistency. I replaced the tomatoes with a can of corn, used 1 cup of skim milk, and about 1/2 of a 14 oz can of reduced fat evaporated milk. In addition to the fish, I added a can of minced clams, reserving the clam juice. I mixed the clam juice with about 3-4 Tbsp of cornstarch and that really thickened the chowder nicely. I shook in a good amount of salt and pepper and also added a little Old Bay and cayenne. With the richness of this chowder the way I prepared it, it's hard to believe there is only about 3-4 grams of fat per serving.

—Nicole Burdett

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Jan 01, 2012

This was good but not amazing. It was easy to make and everyone enjoyed it. My biggest complaint is that it doesn't feel like a chowder to me, more of a chunky soup. If I make it again I will follow some of the reviewers suggestions and thicken it with cornstarch.

—tarradawn

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Jan 20, 2010

I used cod rather thn halibut (availabilty dictated this), and evaporated milk rather than milk and cream, a lower fat subsitute I often use in chowders that does not sacrifice smoothness. Turned the heat up with a bit of extra crushed pepper in consideration of some family members. Used red skin potatoes unpeeled and fresh parsley so the colors were lovely. Yummy! I can see this being a family favorite.

—Healthspeaker

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Feb 11, 2009

Delicious! My dad made this a long time ago and he shredded the carrots, so I was quite pleased that I found this recipe on allrecipes. I didn't have the heavy cream on hand, but I thickened the soup with corn starch and it turned out fine.

—Denise T.

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Jul 13, 2010

Fantastic. Everyone in the family liked it and asked for it to be cooked again. I used left over halibut from a party that we had the night before. I added it to the completed soup at the end. I also used up the leftover potatoes from the night before. I added the potatoes with the garlic but only cooked it for two minutes instead of ten. I didn’t shred the carrots. I threw some baby carrots in a food processor and pulsed them until they were chopped up. I think this is a pretty “healthy” chowder. Most of the base is chicken broth, and there is only ½ cup cream and one tablespoon butter. Not bad, and it tastes wonderful.

—luv2cook

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Dec 18, 2008

My family loves this recipe. I did not add the pepper flakes because I have small kids who can't handle spicy stuff. This was a great way to use up the halibut my husband caught in Alaska last year.

—Andrea

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Oct 05, 2010

We live in Northern BC and have been catching halibut for years. We were looking for a new way to cook halibut. This recipe was awesome. Everyone in the family loved it, including the 8 year old picky eater that doesnt eat anything new. Served it with warm buttered sourdough bread. Perfect recipe dont change a thing.

—MUGWUMP6970

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Jul 13, 2010

My sons fresh catch of the day was rock fish, red snapper and sea bass.So threw it all in the pot. I replaced milk with heavy cream. Also added 1 cup of corn. Yes a little extra butter and cheese. Then last but not least some hot sauce. It was fantastic. This recipe is a keeper.

—4 hungry sons

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Nutrition

Calories
172 kcal
9%

Carbohydrates
12.5 g
4%

Cholesterol
39 mg
13%

Fat
6.5 g
10%

Fiber
1.6 g
6%

Protein
15.4 g
31%

Sodium
388 mg
16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Hearty Halibut Chowder

Serving Size: 1/16 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 16
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 172
Calories from Fat: 58

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.5g 10 %
Saturated Fat 3.3g 17 %
Cholesterol 39mg 13 %
Sodium 388mg 16 %
Potassium 579mg 16 %
Total Carbohydrates 12.5g 4 %
Dietary Fiber 1.6g 6 %
Protein 15.4g 31 %
Sugars 3g
Vitamin A 37 %
Vitamin C 20 %
Calcium 11 %
Iron 12 %
** Thiamin 7 %
** Niacin 11 %
** Vitamin B6 11 %
** Magnesium 7 %
** Folate 8 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.