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Harissa spiced corn chowder

Harissa Spiced Corn Chowder

Posted on July 9, 2022July 9, 2022 by Jen

A Cauldron or Bis Cuites?

A Bit of History:

While conducting research, I wondered what defines a soup as a bisque or a chowder? Both tasty concoctions boast a creamy soup as the final result; however, they do have a few key differences. Chefs blend a bisque until they reach a smooth, silky texture. On the other hand, a chowder’s end result remains chunky. In comparison to chowder, bisques typically contain seafood that is cooked twice (or bis cuites from the French words meaning twice-cooked,) and a much higher content of cream versus stock. Nevertheless, both bisques and chowders often eliminate seafood altogether and be composed entirely of vegetables, like my version of Harissa Spiced Corn Chowder.

Variations of chowder, derived from the French word for cauldron, eventually made their way from France to Canada and New England. However, it was not until 1884 that the USA saw its first published recipe for corn chowder in the Boston Cook Book. Today, a multitude of chowder types and ingredients exist. Unlike the first US published recipe for corn chowder, my version contains only vegetables and stock and foregoes the salt pork and heavy cream!

About the Recipe: Harissa Spiced Corn Chowder

Enticed by the beautiful produce, I frequently purchase more vegetables than I need at my local farmer’s market. I often end up with a leftover onion, corn, peppers, or a few potatoes. Thankfully, this recipe calls for a variety of produce and is great way to utilize leftover corn on the cob. Frequently, I roast several ears of corn, remove it from the cob, and store in the refrigerator to make into chowder or salsa the next day.

Even during the peak of summer, I enjoy soup or chowder, especially one that does not need to be served piping hot! Harissa Spiced Corn Chowder tastes fabulous served at room temperature or slightly warmed. Better yet, the recipe comes together in 30 minutes! Simply cook the vegetables for about 8 minutes, add broth, and simmer for 10-12 minutes. Then, stir in corn and blend. While the chowder is simmering, cook the peppers in a separate pan for a few minutes and set aside. Finally, after blending, add cooked peppers, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges or additional corn for garnish. Serve with a side salad and dinner is done!

Harissa Spiced Corn Chowder

Harissa spiced corn chowder

Harissa Spiced Corn Chowder

A delicious, plant-based, hearty chowder in 30 minutes! Features roasted/grilled corn, potatoes, cauliflower, peppers, leeks, and harissa. Serve warm or at room temperature with a side salad and dinner is done. A great way to use leftover corn on the cob!
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Course Main Course, Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 5

Equipment

  • 1 Blender

Ingredients
  

  • 5 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 1 1/2 cups leeks, roughly chopped
  • 1 large Yukon gold potato, roughly chopped
  • 2 cups cauliflower florets
  • 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 6 small ears of corn on the cob, grilled or roasted and removed from cob*
  • 1 tbsp harissa spice powder**
  • 1 jalopeno pepper, minced
  • 2 large green bell peppers, minced
  • 1 large red or orange bell pepper, minced
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro, minced
  • 2 limes, quartered for serving
  • salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a large pot, add 2 tbsp of vegetable broth and heat on medium.
  • Add leeks, garlic, potatoes, cauliflower, harissa powder, and a pinch of salt. Cook for 8 minutes.
  • Add remaining vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Simmer for 10-12 minutes until potato and cauliflower are easily pierced with a fork.
  • Transfer mixture to a blender (or use immersion blender). Add 3 cups of cooked corn to the blender. Process until smooth. Taste and add salt as needed.
  • Return mixture to the soup pot.
  • In a separate pan, cook peppers in 1 tsp of broth or olive oil for 5 minutes with a pinch of salt.
  • Add cooked peppers and chopped cilantro to the soup pot. Taste and adjust seasonings.
  • Serve soup hot or at room temperature with lime wedges.

Notes

*Approximately 3 cups of cooked corn. I like to grill or roast corn on the cob the day before, remove from cob, and store in the refrigerator. A great way to use leftover corn!
**See recipe for homemade Mexican Inspired Harissa Spice Powder
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Are you striving to make a lifestyle change or looking to discover plant-focused recipes the whole family will love?

My name is Jen. I am a wife, mom, and a pharmacist. I love to cook for my family, hike, run, and read about history. I enjoy eating fresh, seasonal, locally available produce. In addition to endurance trail runs and long bike rides, I will happily set out on foraging hikes for mushrooms and truffles.

Waiting for the seasons to change, fruits to ripen, vegetables to mature, or truffles to reach their peak (7-11 years) is an endurance sport in itself.  Nonetheless, the time and effort spent is well worth crossing that finish line and enjoying a delicious, healthy meal.

I always say the slower you run, the more you enjoy the trail. Food is the same. Cooking together in the kitchen with freshly harvested fruits and vegetables is all about taking life slower and enjoying the process and experience. Plant-based, healthy food for the whole family with less effort, so you can slow down and enjoy life!

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