Indulge in the delectable flavors of traditional Manhattan clam chowder, also known as Coney Island or Fulton clam chowder. Originating from the bustling streets of New York City, this hearty and savory dish is a testament to the city's vibrant culinary heritage. With its rich tomato broth, brimming with tender clams, aromatic vegetables, and a hint of savory bacon, Manhattan clam chowder promises a culinary adventure that will transport your taste buds to the heart of the Big Apple. Whether you're a seasoned seafood enthusiast or seeking a comforting meal on a chilly evening, this guide will lead you through the steps to create an authentic and unforgettable Manhattan clam chowder experience in your own kitchen. Let's embark on a journey to savor the flavors of this iconic chowder, a true culinary gem that embodies the essence of New York City.
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THE ULTIMATE MANHATTAN CLAM CHOWDER
This is amazing, if I do say so myself. I concocted this yummy recipe for a friend who really savors food. He was floored.
Provided by DeSouter
Categories Chowders
Time 1h15m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Steam clams in a large pot and reserve the liquid that is left- it should measure about 3+ cups.
- Chop the clams.
- In a large pot, cook the bacon over medium/high heat until slightly crisp.
- Add the onions and cook, stirring until transparent.
- Add the pepper, carrot and celery and cook for about a minute.
- Add the clams, tomatoes, clam liquid, water, bay leaf, thyme ground pepper.
- Bring to a boil and add potatoes.
- Simmer 30 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
- Remove the bay leaf. Add chopped parsley.
- Add the cooked shrimp now if you plan to use them, but do not continue to cook or the shrimp will get tough.
- You should only warm the shrimp over for best results.
- Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 247.5, Fat 11, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 25.9, Sodium 532.7, Carbohydrate 27.2, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 3, Protein 11.5
MANHATTAN CLAM CHOWDER
I typically serve this chowder with a tossed salad and hot rolls. It is easy to make and tastes wonderful on a cold winter evening. My family has enjoyed it for more than 30 years. -Joan Hopewell, Columbus, New Jersey
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 50m
Yield 8 servings (about 2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, heat butter over low heat. Add onion, celery, green pepper and garlic; cook, stirring frequently, for 20 minutes. Add water and potatoes; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes. , Add tomatoes, clams, salt, thyme, pepper and cayenne; heat through. Stir in parsley. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 91 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 652mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
MANHATTAN CLAM CHOWDER
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 to 6 first-course servings (
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, garlic, and crushed red pepper and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 8 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste and cook, stirring, for about 1 minute more. Tie the parsley sprigs, fresh thyme, and bay leaf together with a piece of kitchen twine and add to the pot with the potatoes. Pour in the clam juice and bring to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer, covered, until the potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes and clams. Cover and bring to a low simmer. Season with pepper to taste. Divide among warm soup bowls and sprinkle with the parsley. Serve immediately.
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MOMMY'S MANHATTAN STYLE CLAM CHOWDER
Make and share this Mommy's Manhattan Style Clam Chowder recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Parsley
Categories Chowders
Time 50m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a large soup pot, heat the oil.
- Add onions, carrots, bell pepper, celery and garlic. Cook, stirring often, for about 8 minutes.
- Add potatoes, diced tomatoes, crushed tomatoes, reserved clam juice (from canned clams) and clam juice.
- Stir and bring to a boil.
- Add sugar, pepper, thyme, basil, bay leaf, and salt to taste.
- Reduce heat and gently simmer for about 30 minutes or until potatoes are nice and tender.
- Stir in the clams during the last 5 minutes of simmering.
- Remove bay leaf and serve.
MANHATTAN CLAM CHOWDER
Provided by Daniel Humm
Categories Soup/Stew Shellfish Dinner Lunch Seafood Clam Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 29
Steps:
- Clam Chowder Sauce
- In a medium saucepan over high heat, reduce the clam juice to 2 cups. Thoroughly scrub and rinse the clams under cold running water. In a large pot, heat the oil over high heat. Add the shallots, celery, garlic, tomato, parsley, and tomato paste and stir constantly for 30 seconds. Add the clams and stir for 30 seconds. Add the wine, cover, and continue cooking over high heat until most of the clams have opened, 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and cool over an ice bath; discard any unopened clams. Reserve about 2 cups of cooking liquid. Remove all but 8 clams from the shells and cut away and discard the mantles, keeping only the bellies. In a medium saucepan, combine the reduced clam juice with the clam cooking liquid and bring to a simmer. Remove from the heat and stir in the butter until emulsified. Add the thyme sprigs, season with lemon juice to taste, and steep for 10 minutes. Remove and discard the thyme sprigs.
- Clam Ragout
- In a medium sauté pan, bring the chicken stock to a simmer over medium-low heat. Add the shallot and simmer until tender, about 2 minutes. Add the corn kernels and simmer until cooked, 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. Add the celery and cook until tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Add the clams, confit cherry tomatoes, and celery leaves. Continue simmering until the celery leaves have wilted and the cherry tomatoes and clams are warm. Add the halved cherry tomatoes and the butter. Swirl the pan to melt the butter into the ragout and season with salt to taste.
- To Finish
- Divide the clam chowder sauce among 4 bowls, reserving 1/4 cup for finishing. Divide the clam ragout among the bowls. Aerate the reserved clam chowder sauce with a hand blender and spoon the foam on top of each dish. Garnish with celery leaves and 2 clams in their shells and finish with olive oil.
TRADITIONAL NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER
Steps:
- Tap clams; discard any that do not close. Place clams and water in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-6 minutes or until clams open. , Remove meat from clams; chop meat and set aside. Strain liquid through a cheesecloth-lined colander; set aside., In a large saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels. Saute onion in drippings until tender., Return bacon to the pan; add clam meat and reserved liquid. Stir in the potatoes, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until potatoes are tender., Combine flour and milk until smooth; gradually stir into soup. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Gradually stir in cream; heat through (do not boil).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 138 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 175mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
QUICK MANHATTAN CLAM CHOWDER
I was looking for a quick and easy Manhattan clam chowder and never found one, so I made my own!
Provided by MEGSCOOKIN
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Chowders Clam Chowder Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat; cook and stir onion, celery, carrots, basil, garlic, and black pepper until vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes. Transfer 1/2 of the vegetable mixture to a food processor.
- Stir 2 cans stewed tomatoes into the pot. Drain the remaining can of stewed tomatoes and add to the food processor. Blend vegetable-tomato mixture until smooth. Stir pureed mixture into pot with vegetables.
- Mix clams, clam juice, and potatoes into the pot; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer soup until heated through, 15 to 20 minutes. Season soup with Worcestershire sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 243.8 calories, Carbohydrate 25.8 g, Cholesterol 63.5 mg, Fat 4 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 26.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 720.1 mg, Sugar 8.4 g
MANHATTAN STYLE CLAM CHOWDER
A hearty blend of vegetables and clams with a little added spice. This soup is better the next day.
Provided by Halie
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Chowders Clam Chowder Recipes
Time 3h50m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Combine canned tomatoes and clams together with juices in a large stock pot. Stir in oregano, basil, sauces, and onion powder. Simmer for 30 minutes.
- Add vegetables, and simmer for 2 to 3 hours. Stir occasionally. Salt and pepper to taste, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 296.9 calories, Carbohydrate 48.1 g, Cholesterol 41.2 mg, Fat 1.9 g, Fiber 8.5 g, Protein 22.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 632.6 mg, Sugar 7.5 g
MANHATTAN CLAM CHOWDER
This is a very zesty and flavorful soup!
Provided by CORWYNN DARKHOLME
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Chowders Clam Chowder Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Chop clams, reserving juice; set clams aside. Strain clam juice to remove bits of shell. Measure juice; add enough water to equal 1 1/2 cups liquid.
- Combine clam juice mixture, clam-tomato juice cocktail, potatoes, bell peppers, scallions and black pepper in large saucepan; heat to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for about 15 minutes or until potatoes are just tender.
- Stir in the undrained tomatoes and the chopped clams and heat through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 82.3 calories, Carbohydrate 15.8 g, Cholesterol 5.1 mg, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 3.9 g, Sodium 202.5 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
MANHATTAN CLAM CHOWDER
Cooks in Rhode Island in the late 1800s liked to throw tomatoes into clam chowder. Sometime around the mid-twentieth century, their creation became known as Manhattan clam chowder It resembles New England clam chowder except tomatoes are used instead of milk or cream.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In 4-quart Dutch oven, cook bacon and onion over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until bacon is crisp and onion is tender; drain off fat.
- Stir in clams, potatoes, celery and water. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer about 10 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in remaining ingredients, breaking up tomatoes with a fork. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 450 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g
TRADITIONAL MANHATTAN CLAM CHOWDER (A.K.A. CONEY ISLAND OR FULTO
I once found it hard to accept there was another form of clam chowder besides New England style, but I have to hand it to the ingenuity of the Manhattan chefs that came up with this style. The addition of tomatoes to this dish is thought to be inspired by the Italian and Portugese immigrants that made up the larger body of the city in the mid to late 1800's. In the late 1800's to 1930's this dish was referred to as Coney Island Clam Chowder or Fulton Market Clam Chowder. It was not until 1889 that Allesandro Filippini wrote his now famous cookbook called The Table: How to Buy Food, How to Cook It, and How to Serve It that the recipe was recorded for the non-professional home cook. Now we can not go on without mentioning the French influence on this dish since Allesandro was Delmonico Chef du Maison from from 1849 to 1863, and worked with another celebrated French chef, Charles Ranhofer. Charles was also a chef at Delmonico's restaurant in New York from 1862 to 1896 (34 years!). He also wrote restaurant quantity recipes in book form, but since this article is guaged for the home cook, we'll stick with the smaller version. It is with apprehension I write this recipe, as I do not want to disturb the spirits of such fine Chefs that have passed, and passed on their knowledge. It is with the upmost respect I offer my take on this fine creation of a dish, redolent with herbs and vegetables and let us not forget our favorite muddy mollusks, the clams.
Provided by Timothy F.
Categories Chowders
Time 1h
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Start the Cauldron over medium high heat and add oil and butter. As soon as the butter stops foaming add the red pepper flake, onions, celery and carrots.
- Cook until onion is translucent being careful not to burn. Add the garlic and chopped bacon or ham.
- Cook until the meat gets a light brown on it, then add potatoes, clam juice and clams with the liquor from the cans. Add enough water to just cover the potatoes. Add the bay leaves and Thyme.
- Pour the tomatoes into a large bowl and mash with a potato masher until just crushed, leaving some larger bits if desired. Add tomatoes to the Cauldron and bring to a light boil for about 10 minutes.
- Add a few twists of pepper. Reduce heat and allow to simmer for about 30-45 minutes, stirring occasionally. Salt to taste, then add some of the parsley during the simmer. Save some parsley for garnish.
- Serve hot with buttered toast points or saltine crackers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 357.4, Fat 3.6, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 32.4, Sodium 1117.5, Carbohydrate 63.5, Fiber 7.3, Sugar 11.9, Protein 20.2
NEW ENGLAND CLAM CHOWDER KISSED BY MANHATTAN
Provided by Bobby Flay
Categories appetizer
Time 1h20m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 27
Steps:
- For the clams: Bring the wine and 1/2 cup water to a boil in a large saucepan, stir in the littleneck clams, cover and steam until the clams open, about 5 minutes. Discard any clams that do not open. Remove the clams with a slotted spoon and place in a bowl to cool.
- Bring the broth back to a boil, add the cockles and cook until open, about 5 minutes. Discard any cockles that do not open. Remove with a slotted spoon to a separate bowl (these will be used in their shells as a garnish).
- Strain the clam broth through a mesh strainer lined with cheesecloth into a bowl. Set aside.
- Remove the littleneck clams from their shells and coarsely chop.
- For the potato: Put the potato in a small saucepan, cover with cold water, add 1 tablespoon salt and bring to a boil. Cook until a paring knife inserted into the center meets with some resistance, about 15 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly, about 10 minutes.
- Heat the butter and oil in a cast-iron or nonstick pan until it begins to shimmer. Cut the potato into a 1/2-inch dice. Add the potato to the pan, season with salt and pepper and cook until lightly golden brown on all sides.
- For the bacon: Heat the oil in a small pan over medium heat. Add the bacon and cook until golden brown and the fat has rendered, about 10 minutes. Remove the bacon to a plate lined with paper towels.
- For the fried okra: Heat the oil in a small saucepan until it begins to shimmer. While the oil heats, season the okra with salt and pepper, dredge in the cornmeal. Fry in the oil, in batches if needed, until golden brown and just tender, about 4 minutes. Remove to a plate lined with paper towels and season with salt.
- For the chowder: Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the shallots, carrot and celery and cook until soft, about 4 minutes. Add the anchovy and chile flakes and cook for 1 minute. Add the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Add the clam juice and reserved clam broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, add the reserved littleneck clams and cook for 10 minutes. Add the parsley, oregano and thyme and cook for 1 minute. Whisk in the creme fraiche and lemon zest until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Ladle the soup into bowls, top with some of the potatoes, bacon, okra and reserved cockles. Garnish with parsley leaves.
ITALIAN MANHATTAN CLAM CHOWDER
I prefer the tomato-based "Manhattan" clam chowders over the more common New England ones. This one is from a Hawaiian Electric Company cookbook.
Provided by Chilicat
Categories Chowders
Time 45m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Drain clams, saving liquid.
- In a large saucepan, saute celery and green onions in the butter. Add water, tomatoes (including liquid), carrots, bouillon, thyme, pepper, and the clam liquid. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 20 minutes.
- Add macaroni; cook uncovered for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add clams; heat through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.4, Fat 3.7, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 46.3, Sodium 396.6, Carbohydrate 22.2, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 4.9, Protein 18.9
MANHATTAN CLAM CHOWDER (QUICK)
Make and share this Manhattan Clam Chowder (Quick) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Derf2440
Categories Chowders
Time 45m
Yield 1 quart, 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients except crackers in a saucepan.
- Simmer covered for 30 minutes or until veggies are tender.
- Serve with oyster crackers or crackers of your choice.
MANHATTAN CLAM CHOWDER
Make and share this Manhattan Clam Chowder recipe from Food.com.
Provided by PalatablePastime
Categories Chowders
Time 1h10m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Place the salt pork in the soup pot and cook until the fat renders; add the onions, carrots, celery, leeks and green peppers to the fat and cook, stirring, until the vegetables are tender.
- Add the garlic and cook until it becomes aromatic, then add the clam juice (or water, if using), the reserved juice from the clams, the diced tomatoes, the bay leaf, the thyme, and oregano; simmer for 30 minutes.
- Add the potatoes and simmer until they are tender, about 20-25 minutes more.
- Skim the soup for fat or chill to allow it to rise and remove; discard bay leaf.
- If chilled, heat through, then add clams and seasonings (salt, pepper, Tabasco, Worcestershire, and Old Bay).
- Serve when hot, about 2-3 minutes after adding clams.
MANHATTAN STYLE CLAM CHOWDER
Make and share this Manhattan Style Clam Chowder recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Dannielle
Categories Chowders
Time 9h5m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Put all ingredients in crock pot.
- Stir to blend.
- Cover and cook on high for 1 hour.
- Turn down to low and cook for 8 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 427.9, Fat 14.7, SaturatedFat 4.6, Cholesterol 64.2, Sodium 2069.1, Carbohydrate 43.8, Fiber 6.4, Sugar 6.8, Protein 30.1
MANHATTAN-STYLE CLAM CHOWDER WITH CHILIES
Provided by Charleen Borger
Categories Soup/Stew Potato Tomato Quick & Easy Clam Fall Bon Appétit
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Fry bacon in heavy large saucepan over medium-high heat until just beginning to brown, about 7 minutes. Add onion, celery, garlic, bay leaf and thyme and cook until onion is tender, stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes. Add stewed tomatoes with their juices, clam juice, tomato sauce, potato and chilies. Reduce heat and simmer until potato is very tender, about 40 minutes. Add clams with juices and heat through. Season chowder to taste with salt and pepper. Ladle into bowls and serve.
TOM'S MANHATTAN CLAM CHOWDER
This recipe is posted by request. It's from an Old Bay cookbook and was submitted by Mr. Thomas Stilwell, Utica NY
Provided by Diana Adcock
Categories Chowders
Time 1h15m
Yield 18-20 six oz servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large dutch oven over medium heat, add olive oil, garlic, parsley, basil, oregano and onion.
- Cook until garlic is light brown.
- Add minced and chopped clams with juice from cans and bottle of clam juice.
- Add tomatoes, water, bay leaves, Old Bay Seasoning, salt and pepper.
- Turn heat to low and continue cooking for 35 minutes.
- Add potatoes and continue to cook for 30 minutes.
- Serve hot.
CHEF JOHN'S MANHATTAN CLAM CHOWDER
Manhattan clam chowder is usually very watery, too tomato-y, and not nearly clammy enough so I reworked the recipe into something significantly more rich, satisfying, and delicious. My secrets? A ton of clams, not too much tomato, and a little bit of flour to thicken things up. Serve with oyster crackers and garnish with fresh chives, parsley, tarragon, or even dill, if desired.
Provided by Chef John
Time 1h35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Drain baby and chopped clams. Reserve liquid in the refrigerator until needed and set clams aside.
- Place bacon in a soup pot over medium-high heat; cook and stir until well-browned and almost crispy, 7 to 10 minutes. Add onion, garlic, and a pinch of salt; cook and stir until onions start to soften and turn translucent, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Add tomato paste; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Don't worry if some of the tomato paste sticks to the bottom of the pot; we want that to happen. Sprinkle in flour; cook and stir for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Dump in reserved clam juice plus bottled clam juice and chicken broth. Stir with a spatula, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze any caramelization.
- Add carrots, celery, clams, diced tomatoes, pepper, and cayenne; stir and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, skimming off some bacon fat if desired.
- Add diced potatoes and cook until tender but not falling apart, about 20 minutes. Taste and adjust for salt, if needed. Stir in fresh tarragon and parsley just before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 374.5 calories, Carbohydrate 31.8 g, Cholesterol 113.8 mg, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 45.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 902.1 mg, Sugar 4 g
Tips:
- Use fresh clams. Fresh clams will give your chowder the best flavor. If you can't find fresh clams, you can use frozen clams, but be sure to thaw them completely before using.
- Don't overcook the clams. Clams are delicate and can easily become tough if overcooked. Cook them just until they are opaque and tender.
- Use a good quality clam juice. Clam juice is an important ingredient in clam chowder, so be sure to use a good quality brand. Look for clam juice that is clear and has a briny flavor.
- Add vegetables to your chowder. Vegetables such as potatoes, carrots, celery, and onions add flavor and texture to clam chowder. You can also add other vegetables, such as corn, peas, or tomatoes.
- Season your chowder to taste. Clam chowder should be seasoned with salt, pepper, and other spices to taste. Be careful not to overseason the chowder, as this can overwhelm the delicate flavor of the clams.
Conclusion:
Manhattan clam chowder is a classic New England dish that is enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a hearty and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your home. So next time you're looking for a delicious and comforting soup, give Manhattan clam chowder a try. You won't be disappointed!
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