Sablefish Chowder
Sablefish Chowder is a rich, creamy soup featuring flaky, buttery sablefish (also known as black cod) simmered with potatoes, onions, and often celery or corn in a milk or cream base. It is a coastal dish, particularly associated with the Pacific Northwest of North America, where sablefish is a prized local catch.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This chowder is a high-protein, high-fat dish due to the fatty fish and creamy base, with a moderate amount of carbohydrates from potatoes. A typical serving provides a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, and selenium, with a calorie ballpark of 350-450 kcal per serving.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 400 kcal |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Carbs | 20 g |
| Fat | 28 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 650 mg |
| Vitamin D | 15 mcg |
| Selenium | 35 mcg |
| Omega-3 (EPA+DHA) | 1.5 g |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Phosphorus | 250 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 3.5 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8 mg |
| Magnesium | 40 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Sablefish is renowned for its exceptionally high omega-3 content and velvety texture, making it a luxurious choice for chowder. Nutritionally, it stands out as a potent source of vitamin D, which is less common in many other fish.
