Irish Seafood Chowder – Creamy Atlantic Comfort A warming and hearty chowder packed with Atlantic seafood, potatoes, and cream — a staple in coastal Ireland and local pubs. Ingredients (Serves 4): * 200g white fish (cod or haddock), cut into chunks * 150g smoked fish (optional) * 150g mussels or clams (cleaned) * 150g small shrimp * 1 onion, chopped * 1 carrot, diced * 1 celery stalk, chopped * 2 potatoes, diced * 600ml fish stock * 200ml cream * 2 tbsp butter * Salt, pepper, fresh thyme Instructions: 1. Sauté onion, carrot, and celery in butter until soft. 2. Add potatoes and fish stock. Simmer until potatoes are tender. 3. Add fish, shellfish, and shrimp. Simmer gently until just cooked. 4. Stir in cream, season with salt, pepper, and thyme. Serve hot. Irish Tip: Serve with brown soda bread and a pint of stout for a full pub-style experience.

Smoked Salmon Soup Creamy Smoked Salmon Chowder with Dill and Potatoes Ingredients: 8 oz smoked salmon, chopped 2 tablespoons butter 1 onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced 3 cups fish or vegetable broth 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup milk 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped Juice of 1/2 lemon Salt and black pepper to taste Fresh chives for garnish Directions: In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add diced potatoes and broth, then bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes. Using an immersion blender or regular blender, puree the soup until smooth but still slightly chunky. Stir in the heavy cream and milk, then add chopped smoked salmon and fresh dill. Heat gently until the salmon is warmed through, about 5 minutes. Add lemon juice and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with fresh chives. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Kcal: Approximately 320 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #smokedsalmon #seafoodsoup #creamsoup #chowder #fishsoup #homemadesoup #comfortfood #easyrecipes #quickmeals #freshdill #seafoodrecipes #soupseason #healthyeating #dinnerideas #potatosoup #chowderrecipe #delicioussoups #richflavors #winterwarmers #homecooking Warm up with this rich and creamy Smoked Salmon Soup — packed with tender potatoes, fresh dill, and smoky flavors that will satisfy your soul! Perfect for cozy nights!