Manhattan Clam Chowder Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 slices bacon, diced 🥓
• 1 onion, diced 🧅
• 2 stalks celery, diced 🌿
• 1 carrot, diced 🥕
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
• 2 cups diced potatoes 🥔
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes 🍅
• 2 cups clam juice 🥤
• 1 cup water 💧
• 1 bay leaf 🍃
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme 🌿
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes 🌶️
• Salt and pepper, to taste 🧂🌶️
• 2 cans (10 oz each) chopped clams, drained, juice reserved 🐚
• Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish 🌿

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, cook diced bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the bacon fat in the pot.
2. Add diced onion, celery, carrot, and minced garlic to the pot. Cook until vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Stir in diced potatoes, diced tomatoes, clam juice, water, bay leaf, dried thyme, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered until potatoes are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
5. Once the potatoes are cooked, add the chopped clams and reserved clam juice to the pot. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
7. Serve the Manhattan Clam Chowder hot, garnished with crispy bacon pieces and chopped fresh parsley.

About Manhattan Clam Chowder:

Manhattan Clam Chowder is a tomato-based clam soup originating from the Northeast region of the United States, particularly associated with the vibrant culinary scene of New York City. Unlike its creamy counterpart, New England Clam Chowder, Manhattan Clam Chowder features a rich and flavorful broth made with tomatoes, vegetables, and chopped clams. This hearty soup is known for its robust flavor profile, combining the natural brininess of clams with the tanginess of tomatoes and the smoky depth of bacon. Manhattan Clam Chowder is often enjoyed as a comforting and satisfying dish during the chilly winter months, offering a taste of the sea along with the vibrant energy of the bustling city streets.

Experience the bold flavors of Manhattan Clam Chowder! 🍅🥓🌿🐚