Among the many hearty and delicious seafood soups, Alaskan clam and potato soup stands out with its rich flavors and abundant textures. Originating from the coastal regions of Alaska, this soup is a culinary masterpiece that seamlessly blends the briny sweetness of clams with the soft, comforting texture of potatoes. Served piping hot, Alaskan clam and potato soup is a delightful symphony of flavors and textures that promises to warm your soul and tantalize your taste buds.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
POTATO CLAM CHOWDER
I ran across this recipe in one of my antique cookbooks. It's a timeless classic I like to prepare for friends and family throughout the year, but especially during the holidays. -Betty Ann Morgan, Upper Marlboro, Maryland
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings (1-1/2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Drain clams, reserving clam juice. In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels., Add onion to drippings; cook and stir 4-6 minutes or until tender. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually stir in water and reserved clam juice; cook and stir until bubbly., Add potatoes and seasonings; bring to a boil, stirring frequently. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 20-25 minutes or until potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally., Stir in milk, parsley and clams; heat through. Top with bacon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 201 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 615mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
POTATO AND CLAM CHOWDER
I love chowders. I have combined these two chowders with a few extra ingredients to make a wonderful tasting chowder. I like to serve it the same as French Onion Soup with the garlic toast in the bottom of the bowl or garlic croutons and pepper jack cheese melted on top. UMMMMMMM Good! This is really a comfort food on a cold winter day.
Provided by LOUISE GOLDEN
Categories Chowders
Time 1h
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large pot saute (sweat) chopped onions in olive oil.
- Peel and dice potatoes into small bites and add to onions and olive oil.
- Add cayenne pepper, black pepper and salt.
- Cook potatoes with 1/4 cup of water covered until fork tender.
- In a small pan on medium heat mix butter and flour as if your were making a gravy or white sauce.
- Add flour and butter mixture to large pot and mix with potatoes.
- Pour 4 cups chicken broth and stir until it starts to thicken.
- Add can of whole baby clams and chopped clams with juice.
- Pour in heavy cream.
- (Thickness varies. Mashing some of the potatoes or adding instant potatoes for thickening.).
- Cook for 30 minutes.
- Top with Old Bay Seasoning.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 464.6, Fat 31, SaturatedFat 17.3, Cholesterol 104.3, Sodium 911.9, Carbohydrate 36, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 1.9, Protein 12.9
LEEK AND POTATO SOUP WITH CLAMS
Steps:
- To cook the clams, place them in a heavy large skillet. Cover with the water and wine. Bring to a boil, cover the skillet, then reduce heat and simmer for 3 minutes, shaking the skillet occasionally. With tongs, remove the clams that have opened and place them on a tray. Recover and cook for up to 3 to 4 more minutes. Discard any clams that have not opened. Line a fine sieve with a dampened paper towel. Strain the cooking liquid through the sieve into a heavy large saucepan.
- For the soup, add the leeks and potatoes to the saucepan with cooking liquid. Bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer until the potatoes are tender, for about 15 minutes. Add the cream. Coarsely mash the potatoes in the broth to thicken, using a mallet or potato masher. Season with salt and pepper. (This can be prepared ahead and cooled. Cover the clams and soup and set aside at cool room temperature for up to several hours.)
- To serve, remove the clams from their shells and mince. Pour any liquid from the shells back into the soup through the sieve and discard the shells. Thin the soup with additional liquid if necessary. Bring to a boil, stirring over medium-high heat. Add minced clams. Ladle into 4 soup bowls. Sprinkle with chives. Serve immediately.
CREAMY CLAM & POTATO SOUP
This is a great "non-recipe" for a Saturday lunch that the kids can make themselves...
Provided by MikeZ
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a Medium Pot combine both cans of soup, Pepper, and Salt to taste
- Heat over Medium Heat on Stovetop until mixture starts to gently bubble.
- Divide into soup bowls, add Croutons, stirring to cover Croutons.
- Sprinkle with shredded cheese
- Top with Green Onions and serve.
QUICK CLAM CHOWDER
Not only is this soup a quick fix, but it's oh-so-tasty. Dressing up canned soups allows you to enjoy the comfort of clam chowder with a fraction of the work. -Judy Jungwirth, Athol, South Dakota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine all ingredients. Cook and stir over medium heat until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 251 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 985mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 10g protein.
QUICK AND EASY CLAM CHOWDER
The best ever clam chowder you have ever tasted, and it is easy and fast. You will pass this recipe along to your family and friends. If you like more clams you can always add more. Sometimes I will also cube potatoes and throw them in.
Provided by Deena
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Seafood
Time 8h10m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mix cream of celery soup, cream of potato soup, clam chowder, 1 can undrained clams, 1 can drained clams, half-and-half cream, and whipping cream into a slow cooker.
- Cover, and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 424.6 calories, Carbohydrate 17.6 g, Cholesterol 134.3 mg, Fat 32.5 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 16.1 g, SaturatedFat 19 g, Sodium 739.6 mg, Sugar 2.6 g
CLASSIC CLAM CHOWDER
Give leftover mashed potatoes a second life: Make a pot of clam chowder.
Provided by Ben S.
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Chowders Clam Chowder Recipes
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large soup kettle, fry bacon over medium heat until bacon crisps, about 5 minutes. Remove bacon; set aside.
- Keep 2 tablespoons bacon fat in pan. (If necessary, add oil to yield 2 tablespoons.) Add onion and saute until soft, about 5 minutes. Add thyme and bay leaves; cook until fragrant, 30 seconds or so.
- Whisk in mashed potatoes, clam juice (bottled and what you've drained from the clams) and 1 cup of water. Add new potatoes and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat; continue to simmer, partially covered, until potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes. Stir in clams, cream and parsley; season with salt and pepper.
- Heat through and serve, garnishing each bowl with reserved bacon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 323.1 calories, Carbohydrate 32.8 g, Cholesterol 87.2 mg, Fat 8.6 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 27.7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 552.4 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
MOM'S FAMOUS CLAM CHOWDER
Ummm thick and Creamy!! This is a good one!! I don't care for clams so I divide this soup in half before I add the clams and I have an awesome potato soup for myself and my daughter and my happy hubby gets all the clam chowder.
Provided by Pvt Amys Mom
Categories Chowders
Time 50m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Chop or dice all of your vegetables and set aside.
- Drain clams, save the liquid.
- (I usually throw in the extra clam juice for the added flavor, you will get about 1/2 cup of juice from the can of clams).
- (I start the bacon and the vegetables all in the pan that I will finish the soup in- then you get the flavor from the bacon crustys on the bottom).
- Fry bacon bits and set aside.
- Drain off all bacon fat but enough to coat the bottom of the pan.
- Saute potato, onion, celery and carrot in bacon drippings for 5 minutes.
- Add the clam juice, salt and pepper, thyme and chopped parsley.
- Cook for 20 minutes or until the veggys are all fork tender.
- Add the 1/2 and 1/2.
- Add the Bacon.
- (This is where I divide the soup if you want a pot of potato soup as well).
- Add the clams.
- Thicken to desired consistency with cornstarch and water.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 524.2, Fat 27.7, SaturatedFat 14.5, Cholesterol 85.3, Sodium 448.6, Carbohydrate 54.2, Fiber 6.2, Sugar 3.7, Protein 16.6
Tips:
- Use fresh or frozen clams: Fresh clams are ideal, but frozen clams can also be used. If using frozen clams, thaw them completely before using.
- Choose a variety of potatoes: You can use any type of potato you like, but a combination of Yukon Gold and red potatoes works well.
- Don't overcook the soup: The soup is done when the potatoes are tender and the clams are cooked through. Overcooking the soup will make the potatoes mushy and the clams tough.
- Serve the soup with your favorite toppings: Some popular toppings include buttered crackers, grated Parmesan cheese, and chopped fresh parsley.
Conclusion:
Alaskan clam and potato soup is a hearty and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a relatively easy soup to make, and it can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like your soup thick or thin, creamy or brothy, there is a clam and potato soup recipe out there that is perfect for you. So next time you are looking for a delicious and comforting soup, give Alaskan clam and potato soup a try. You won't be disappointed!
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