Coconut Cod Chowder With Seasoned Oyster Crackers
Coconut Cod Chowder With Seasoned Oyster Crackers is a flavorful Continental Desserts & Baking dish prepared with quality ingredients. Season cod all over with 1½ tsp. salt; set aside.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionSeason cod all over with 1½ tsp. salt; set aside.
Heat 3 Tbsp. ghee in a medium Dutch oven over medium.
Cook leeks, garlic, and ginger, stirring occasionally, until softened but not browned, about 3 minutes.
Add turmeric, coriander, and cardamom and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Add chile, potatoes, coconut milk, 1 tsp. salt, and ¾ cup water; bring to a boil (still over medium).
Immediately reduce heat so soup is at a bare simmer.
Cover, leaving lid slightly askew, and cook until potatoes are barely fork-tender, 10–12 minutes.
Carefully nestle reserved fish into pot, spoon some broth over, and cover, leaving lid slightly askew.
Cook at a bare simmer 4 minutes, then stir in celery.
Cook until fish is opaque and flakes easily, about 5 minutes.
Taste chowder and season with more salt if needed.
Meanwhile, heat remaining 2 Tbsp. ghee in a small skillet over medium-low.
Add crackers and stir well to coat.
Cook, stirring often, until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
Remove from heat and add paprika; toss to evenly coat.
Slice 1 lime in half and squeeze juice into chowder.
Taste and season with more salt if needed.
Ladle into bowls, breaking fish into large pieces.
Scatter celery leaves over chowder if using and top with crackers.
Slice remaining lime into wedges and serve alongside.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.
