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Cross-era - Alaskan hunters, fishers, and cabin dwellers
Salmon chowder is a creamy, satisfying soup made with fresh or canned salmon, potatoes, onions, and cream. Popular in Alaska and coastal regions, this chowder reflects resourceful cooking with local seafood in rustic camp and cabin settings.
Difficulty
Medium
Prep time
15 minutes
Cook time
40 minutes
Total time
55 minutes
Servings
6
Region
Alaska
Era introduced
Cross-era
Introduced by
Alaskan hunters, fishers, and cabin dwellers
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Salmon chowder represents a staple food in Alaskan hunting and fishing camps, as well as cabins where fresh local fish is abundant. Combining salmon with hearty root vegetables and creamy broth, the chowder delivers warmth and sustenance amid rugged conditions. Its recipe preserves Indigenous and settler influences adapted to northern coastal environments.
Traditional camp and cabin recipe common across Alaska. Ingredient amounts reflect typical preparation for family servings.
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