Hearty Canadian Chowder
A comforting and flavorful vegetarian chowder that is perfect for a chilly day. This recipe uses a combination of vegetables and crispy xtra potatoes to create a satisfying and filling meal.
Ingredients
- ●2 large xtra potatoes peeled and diced
- ●6 slices crisp baconoptional, omit for vegetarian diet
- ●1/4 cup haddockreplaced with vegetarian option (see below)
- ●1/4 cup vegetarian haddock filletsused as a substitute for haddock
- ●1 packet canadian chowder mixor create your own mix with vegetables
- ●1 medium onionchopped
- ●2 cloves garlicminced
- ●2 medium carrotspeeled and diced
- ●2 stalks celerychopped
Instructions
- 1
Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- 2
Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- 4
Add the diced carrots and celery and cook for 5 minutes.
- 5
Add the diced xtra potatoes and cook for 5 minutes.
- 6
Add the vegetarian haddock fillets and cook until they start to flake apart.
- 7
Add the canadian chowder mix and stir to combine.
- 8
Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
- 9
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 10
Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh herbs if desired.