Hatteras Style Clam Chowder

Name: Hatteras Style Clam Chowder
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 large onion, chopped; 5 stalks celery, sliced; 4 carrots, sliced; 4 cups peeled, cubed white potatoes; 2 (16 ounce) cans minced clams, with juice; 3 quarts clam juice; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper; 8 slices crisp cooked bacon, crumbled

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This is 'Hatteras style.' I work in a restaurant near the North Carolina coast and make this two times a week. I have scaled down the batch for home use. It is very simple. You can also use the bacon grease to saute the vegetables in.

Recipe by O. Romaine

Updated on December 16, 2022

close up view of Clam Chowder with carrots and onions on spoon and in a white bowl

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Prep Time:

20 mins

Cook Time:

30 mins

Total Time:

50 mins

Servings:

8

Yield:

8 servings

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 large onion, chopped
5 stalks celery, sliced
4 carrots, sliced
4 cups peeled, cubed white potatoes
2 (16 ounce) cans minced clams, with juice
3 quarts clam juice
1 teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
8 slices crisp cooked bacon, crumbled

Directions

In a large pot over medium heat, cook onion, celery and carrots in oil until they begin to soften. Stir in potatoes, clams, clam juice, thyme, pepper and bacon. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

265	Calories
4g	Fat
24g	Carbs
32g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 265
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4g	5%
Saturated Fat 1g	3%
Cholesterol 86mg	29%
Sodium 941mg	41%
Total Carbohydrate 24g	9%
Dietary Fiber 4g	13%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 32g
Vitamin C 47mg	235%
Calcium 182mg	14%
Iron 33mg	185%
Potassium 1718mg	37%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.