Clam Potage
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This creamy clam potage is one of my favorite weeknight dinners because it comes together in just 45 minutes from start to table. The beauty of this recipe is its simplicity: you're basically sautéing humble vegetables, then letting the clams and fish stock do all the heavy lifting. Clams are packed with iron and vitamin B12, making this dish surprisingly nourishing despite feeling indulgent. The combination of sweet caramelized onions and carrots with briny clams creates this incredibly comforting bowl that tastes far more impressive than the minimal effort required. Trust me, once you make this, it'll become a regular rotation in your kitchen.
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Ingredients
- 400 gclams( scrubbed and rinsed)
- 2 kgonions(chopped)
- 2 kgcarrots(chopped)
- 2 kgcelery(chopped)
- 4 clovesgarlic(minced)
- 400 gtomatoes(canned)
- 200 mlwhite wine(dry)
- 1 Lfish stock(homemade or store-bought)
- 150 mlcream(optional)
- 12 gsalt(to taste)
- 6 gblack pepper(to taste)
- 2 piecebay leaves(fresh or dried)
- 2 sprigsthyme(fresh)
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, and celery and cook until softened, about 8 minutes.
Tip: Be gentle to prevent bruising the vegetables.
- 2
Add garlic, bay leaves, and thyme. Cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Tip: Use a spatula to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
- 3
Add clams, white wine, and fish stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
Tip: Do not stir the pot during this time, as this can release the clams from their shells.
- 4
Remove bay leaves and thyme. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until slightly smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup to a blender and puree in batches.
Tip: Be careful when blending hot liquids.
- 5
Season the soup with salt, black pepper, and a splash of cream if desired. Taste and adjust as needed.
Tip: You can also add more cream if you prefer a creamier soup.
- 6
Serve the Clam Potage hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley or chives if desired.
Tip: This soup is best served immediately, but you can also refrigerate or freeze it for later use.
- 7
To make the soup more substantial, serve with a side of crusty bread or over mashed potatoes.
Tip: Feel free to customize the soup to your liking with additional ingredients or spices.
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