Creamy Barramundi Chowder with Corn, Potato, and Carrot Recipe
The sweetness of corn and carrot balances the richness of the creamy broth, while barramundi adds a mild, flaky texture. With potatoes to bulk it up, this chowder makes for a satisfying meal on its own or paired with crusty bread.
Ingredients:
- 500g barramundi fillets, cut into chunks
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 3 cups fish stock
- 1 cup cream
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp plain flour
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
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1 Sauté the vegetables
In a large pot, heat butter over medium heat. Add diced onion, garlic, carrot, and celery, cooking for 5-7 minutes until softened. Stir in the potatoes and corn, cooking for another 3 minutes.
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2 Make the chowder base
Add flour to the pot, stirring to coat the vegetables. Slowly pour in the fish stock, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
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3 Cook the barramundi:
Gently add the barramundi fillets to the pot, along with the cream. Simmer for 5 minutes or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily. Season with salt, pepper, and fresh parsley.