Rhode Island Clam Chowder

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This is classic Rhode Island clam chowder. Only here, we usually use quahogs when making it. This recipe can be substituted either way and turns out great for the clam lover. This is a clear soup. This soup should taste slightly spicy, so adjust the flavor to your heat preference.

close up view of Rhode Island Clam Chowder in a pot
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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Total Time:
55 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

  • 1 pound shucked clams

  • 3 cups clam juice

  • 3 cups chicken stock

  • ¼ cup butter

  • 2 onions, diced

  • 2 large stalks celery, chopped, with leaves

  • 1 (15 ounce) can fingerling potatoes, drained and quartered

  • 3 tablespoons dried dill weed

  • 2 tablespoons ground black pepper

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper

  • 2 drops hot pepper sauce (such as Tabasco®), or to taste

  • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley (Optional)

Directions

  1. Bring shucked clams, clam juice, and chicken stock to a simmer in a large pot over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer 15 minutes.

  2. Meanwhile, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in onion and celery; cook and stir until vegetables are tender. Stir onion mixture and potatoes into clams. Season with dill, black pepper, salt, cayenne pepper, and hot pepper sauce. Simmer 15 minutes longer. Sprinkle with parsley to serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

326 Calories
14g Fat
33g Carbs
20g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 326
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14g 18%
Saturated Fat 8g 39%
Cholesterol 75mg 25%
Sodium 1899mg 83%
Total Carbohydrate 33g 12%
Dietary Fiber 6g 22%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 20g 39%
Vitamin C 38mg 42%
Calcium 189mg 15%
Iron 20mg 113%
Potassium 1263mg 27%

* 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.

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