Oyster Chowder - PCOS-Friendly Recipe
This Oyster Chowder is a PCOS-friendly recipe.
Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 ribs celery, cut in small dice
- 2 medium leeks, white and green parts, cut in small dice
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 2 russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch dice, reserved in cold water
- 1/2 cup bottled clam juice or water
- 40 fresh oysters, shucked and liquor reserved, or 1 pint store-bought oysters in liquor
- 1 3/4 cups half-and-half, at room temperature
- 1/2 teaspoon seafood seasoning, such as Old Bay
- Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
- Oyster crackers, for serving
Instructions
- Heat a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the butter, followed by the celery and leeks. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables have softened but are not browning, 3 to 5 minutes.
- Add the wine to the vegetables and let reduce by half. Add the potatoes and stir to combine. Add the clam juice, 1 cup water and the reserved oyster liquor. The potatoes will soak up some of the saltiness of the oysters and their liquor, giving them great flavor. Bring to a simmer, cover and continue cooking until the potatoes are tender, 6 to 7 minutes.
- Remove 1 1/2 cups of the soup, blend until smooth in a blender or food processor and return to the pot. Stir in the half-and-half and seafood seasoning. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer before adding the oysters. Cook just until the oysters begin to curl, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and garnish with parsley. Serve with oyster crackers.
- Cook's Note: When blending hot liquids, make sure there is a vent on top for the steam to escape. Place a towel over the hole and start the blender slowly to avoid an explosion.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this Oyster Chowder recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.
Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Lunch. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.
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