Portuguese Chowder (Emeril Lagasse) |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 35 Minutes |
Ready In: 50 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Ingredients:
2 tablespoons olive oil |
4 ounces chorizo, chopped |
1 cup chopped onions |
3 stalks celery, finely diced |
2 cups peeled, seeded and chopped tomatoes |
2 tablespoons minced garlic |
1 1/2 pounds russet potatoes, diced |
2 dozen cherrystone clams, shucked, in their liquid |
1/2 pound salt cod, rinsed and diced |
1/2 quart chicken stock |
1 quart white wine |
1/2 cup finely chopped parsley |
loaf of crusty bread |
Directions:
1. In a large sauce pan, heat the olive oil. When the oil is hot, render the chorizo for 3 to 4 minutes. Add the onions and celery. Continue sauteing for 3 minutes or until the vegetables wilt. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in the tomatoes and garlic, saute for 2 minutes. Stir in the potatoes, reserved clam liquid and salt cod. Add the chicken stock and white wine. Season with salt and pepper. Bring the liquid up to a boil and reduce to a simmer. Simmer for 15 minutes. Add the clams and parsley, cover, and continue simmering for 3 minutes. Ladle the chowder in a shallow bowl. Serve with a loaf of crusty bread.
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