Creamy Danish Seafood Chowder with Dill and Salted Cod

Name: Creamy Danish Seafood Chowder with Dill and Salted Cod
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Soup
Ingredients: Fish bones; Bay leaves; Onion; Water; Stock; Unsalted butter; Onion; Garlic; Celery; Potatoes; Heavy cream; Dry white wine; Salted cod; Shrimp; Mussels; Salt and pepper; Fresh dill; Lemon wedges

A rich and hearty chowder brimming with seafood flavors.

This Danish-inspired seafood chowder combines the creaminess of a classic chowder with the fresh flavors of dill and salted cod. It's the perfect dish for a cozy dinner.

1 h 30 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Stock

Fish bones

1 lb

Bay leaves

Onion

quartered

Water

5 cups

For the Chowder Base

Stock

2 cups

Unsalted butter

2 tbsp

Onion

finely chopped

Garlic

2 cloves, minced

Celery

2 stalks, diced

Potatoes

2 medium, peeled and cubed

Heavy cream

1 cup

Dry white wine

1/2 cup

For the Seafood

Salted cod

8 oz, soaked and cut into bite-size pieces

Shrimp

1/2 lb, peeled and deveined

Mussels

1/2 lb, scrubbed and de-bearded

For the Seasoning & Garnish

Salt and pepper

to taste

Fresh dill

chopped

Lemon wedges

Preparation

Preparing the Stock

Combine ingredients

Combine fish bones, bay leaves, onion, and water in a large pot.

Simmer

Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to a simmer.

Cook and strain

Cook for 30 minutes, then strain the stock and set aside.

Prepping the Chowder Ingredients

Sauté aromatics

Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.

Add vegetables

Add the chopped onion, garlic, and celery, and sauté until softened.

Cook potatoes

Stir in potatoes and cook for another 5 minutes.

Cooking Process

Building the Base

Add stock, white wine, and cream to the sautéed vegetables and bring to a simmer until potatoes are tender.

Add the wine to the chowder base for an enhanced flavor profile.

Incorporating Seafood

Gently add the salted cod, shrimp, and mussels to the simmering chowder.

Do not overcook the seafood as it will become tough.

Finishing Touches

Stir in fresh dill and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving.

Plating & Serving