Description
Barramundi Corn Chowder is a creamy seafood soup made with flaky barramundi, sweet corn, tender cauliflower, herbs, and a rich yet balanced broth. This chowder delivers comfort without heaviness, using simple ingredients and clean flavors that highlight the natural sweetness of the fish and vegetables. It is approachable for home cooks and versatile enough for weeknight meals or relaxed gatherings.
Ingredients
Beef bacon such as Wellshire Farms Beef Bacon or Applegate Naturals Beef Bacon, chopped
Yellow onion, diced
Garlic cloves, minced
Salt
Black pepper
All purpose flour
Vegetable stock
Fresh rosemary or dried rosemary
Barramundi fillet, fully thawed
Corn kernels, fresh or frozen
Cauliflower florets, chopped
Heavy cream
Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Heat a large soup pot over medium high heat and cook the beef bacon until crisp then remove and reserve while leaving some rendered fat in the pot
Lower the heat and add the diced onion and minced garlic, stirring frequently until softened and fragrant
Season lightly with salt and pepper, then sprinkle in the flour and stir until fully absorbed and lightly cooked
Gradually pour in the vegetable stock while stirring constantly to create a smooth and slightly thickened base
Add the chopped rosemary and allow the soup to gently simmer until the flavors meld and the broth thickens
Place the barramundi fillet into the pot and cook gently until the fish turns opaque and flakes easily
Break the fish into chunks and stir in the corn, cauliflower, and heavy cream until well combined
Allow the chowder to warm through at a low simmer, then taste and adjust seasoning as needed
Serve hot topped with the crispy beef bacon and fresh parsley if desired
Notes
This chowder is flexible and can be adjusted with additional vegetables like spinach, kale, or potatoes
If the soup becomes too thick, add extra vegetable stock or cream to loosen it
For a lighter version, substitute half and half or almond milk for the cream
Keep the heat gentle after adding the fish to maintain a tender texture
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat slowly on the stovetop
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American