B C Ferries Manhattan Clam Chowder For First Class Passengers Recipe

Experience the legendary spicy clam chowder served on BC Ferries! This copycat recipe recreates the kicked-up version from a Horseshoe Bay bistro, bringing the delicious heat of the west coast to your kitchen. Perfect for a cozy night in, this vibrant chowder boasts a rich, flavorful broth with tender clams, complemented by zucchini, fennel, and chipotle adobe sauce (or smoked paprika for a milder version). Serve with crusty bread and a crisp BC Sonoma Ranch Pinot Grigio for the ultimate culinary journey. Get ready for a taste of the BC Ferries experience!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 344.8 kcal
Protein 52g
Rating 4.7 (3 Reviews)
B C Ferries Manhattan Clam Chowder For First Class Passengers

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for B C Ferries Manhattan Clam Chowder For First Class Passengers

  • Smoked Bacon
  • 1 large onion, chopped (about 1 cup)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 teaspoon)
  • Celery
  • Green Pepper
  • Carrot
  • Flour
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine (such as Pinot Grigio)
  • Clamato Juice
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste (optional - omit if using chipotle adobe)
  • Green Chilies
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Diced Tomatoes
  • Potato
  • Baby Clams

How to Make B C Ferries Manhattan Clam Chowder For First Class Passengers

  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, sauté 1 chopped onion (1 cup) and 2 cloves minced garlic (1 tsp) in 2 tbsp olive oil until softened. Add 2 chopped celery stalks (1/2 cup) and continue to cook for another 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in 1/2 cup chopped zucchini, 1/4 cup finely chopped fennel bulb, and 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional). Cook for 2 more minutes.
  3. Add 2 tbsp chipotle adobe sauce (or 1 tbsp smoked paprika and 1 tsp liquid smoke), 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes, 4 cups clam juice, 1/2 cup dry white wine (such as Pinot Grigio), 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes and green chilies (Rotel), 2 tbsp tomato paste (optional - omit if using chipotle adobe), 1 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  4. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Add 2 lbs chopped clams (fresh or canned), and continue to simmer until the clams are cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Do not overcook!
  6. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley and taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with additional parsley before serving.
  7. Serve hot with crusty bread and a crisp, dry white wine.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

63 g

Sugar

45g

Fat

9g

Carbs

13g