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Seafood Stew

A hearty and flavorful seafood stew made with a medley of fresh seafood simmered in a rich tomato and white wine broth, perfect for a cozy meal or entertaining guests.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 2 cups seafood or fish stock
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1/2 pound scallops
  • 1/2 pound firm white fish (like cod or halibut), cut into chunks
  • 1/2 pound mussels or clams, cleaned
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add garlic and red pepper flakes, and cook for 1 more minute.
  3. Stir in diced tomatoes, white wine, seafood stock, salt, pepper, and paprika. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes to let the flavors blend.
  4. Add the fish and scallops; cook for 3 minutes.
  5. Add shrimp and shellfish. Cover and simmer for another 5-7 minutes, or until shellfish open and shrimp are opaque.
  6. Discard any unopened shellfish. Stir in chopped parsley.
  7. Serve hot with lemon wedges and crusty bread if desired.

Notes

  • You can substitute the seafood with what’s fresh and available locally.
  • Add a splash of cream at the end for a richer version.
  • Make it spicier with extra red pepper flakes or hot sauce.

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Keywords: seafood stew, fish stew, Mediterranean stew, tomato seafood soup, white wine seafood broth