kim's fish chowder

How To Make kim's fish chowder

• Step 1
  Make the homemade seasoning blend. In a small bowl, mix together 1/2 tsp celery salt, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1/4 tsp dried thyme, 1/4 tsp dried parsley, 1/4 tsp garlic powder, and a pinch of ground nutmeg (if using). Set aside.
• Step 2
  Sauté vegetables. Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, mushrooms, and celery; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
• Step 3
  Add liquids and potatoes. Stir in chicken stock and potatoes. Bring to a simmer and cook until potatoes are tender, about 10–12 minutes.
• Step 4
  Prepare fish. Rinse the cod thoroughly to reduce the fishiness. Then add to the pot. Simmer gently for 3–5 minutes until just cooked.
• Step 5
  In a small bowl, whisk flour with a bit of the hot broth. Then stir into the pot to thicken. Cook for 2–3 minutes.
• Step 6
  Add 1/16 tsp of the homemade seasoning blend and a pinch of salt. Taste and adjust sparingly.
• Step 7
  Stir in evaporated milk and heat through without boiling, about 2 minutes.
• Step 8
  Serve: Ladle into bowls, sprinkle with crumbled bacon, and serve immediately.
• Step 9
  *If you have chicken broth and chicken base but no chicken stock, you can easily substitute them to work in the recipe. Here’s how to adjust: Chicken Broth: You can use chicken broth directly in place of chicken stock. The main difference is that broth is typically lighter and seasoned, while stock is richer and less seasoned. For the recipe, use the 3 cups + 3 tablespoons of chicken broth as listed. If it’s high in sodium, you may want to reduce the added salt to taste to avoid overseasoning. Chicken Base: Chicken base (e.g., a paste or powder like Better Than Bouillon) is concentrated and can be mixed with water to create a stock-like liquid. To replace the 3 cups + 3 tablespoons of chicken stock, follow the package instructions for dilution—typically 1 teaspoon of base per 1 cup of water. Mix 3 1/4 teaspoons of chicken base with 3 1/4 cups of water. Adjust the seasoning blend and salt later, as the base may already add flavor. Recommendation: Best Option: Combine both if you have enough. Use cup of chicken broth and mix 1.5 teaspoons of chicken base with 1.5 cups of water to make up the 3 cups + 3 tablespoons total. This balances the ready-made flavor of broth with the customizable strength of the base. Taste Test: After adding the liquid in step 3, taste the chowder before adding more seasoning or salt, as both broth and base may contribute sodium and flavor.
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