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Hearty Venezuelan Chowder
A rich and comforting chowder inspired by Venezuelan cuisine, featuring earthy potatoes and a hint of dense fish.
⏱35 min🍽4 servings📊medium
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Ingredients
- ●250g tunaCanned tuna in water
- ●3 medium potatoesDiced potatoes
- ●1 medium onionChopped onion
- ●3 cloves garlicMinced garlic
- ●2 tablespoons tomato pasteConcentrated tomato paste
- ●2 cups chicken brothLow-sodium chicken broth
- ●1 cup heavy creamHeavy cream or half-and-half
- ●to taste saltOptional salt
- ●to taste black pepperOptional black pepper
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Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- 2
Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Add the garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
- 4
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- 5
Add the chicken broth, potatoes, and tuna.
- 6
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- 7
Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until slightly smooth.
- 8
Stir in the heavy cream and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- 9
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 10
Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh herbs if desired.