Bouillabaisse
Bouillabaisse is a Provençal seafood stew where mussels, shrimp, and sea bass simmer in a saffron-tinted tomato broth lifted with fennel and orange zest. The result is aromatic, briny, and gently sweet, with tender fish and a vibrant, herb-scented finish. Serve it hot as a centerpiece for a leisurely lunch or an elegant dinner.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves12
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Bouillabaisse, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 57 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 4 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 48 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 44
- Heart Health
- 62
- Metabolic
- 17
- Digestive
- 22
- Inflammatory
- 38
- Performance
- 33
- General Wellness
- 1
Gather the ingredients.
- 2
Heat olive oil in a large saucepan; add the onions, leeks, chopped tomatoes, and garlic. Cook over low heat, stirring, until the vegetables have softened, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- 3
Stir in the fennel, thyme, bay leaf, and orange zest. Add the mussels, shrimp, and boiling water; stir to combine. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. Turn the heat to high and boil for about 3 minutes to help the oil and water come together.
- 4
Add the seabass and reduce the heat to medium. Continue cooking until the fish is opaque and tender but still firm, about 12 to 15 minutes. The fish should not be falling apart.
- 5
Taste the bouillabaisse and adjust the seasoning. Stir in the saffron, then pour the soup into a warmed tureen or soup dishes. Serve immediately.
- Calories 836.44 kcal High 42%
- Protein 46.72 g Good Source 93%
- Carbohydrate 19.66 g 7%
- Total Fat 62.5 g High 80%
- Saturated Fat 8.58 g High 43%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 159.05 mg High 53%
- Sodium 174.1 mg Moderate 8%
- Dietary Fiber 1.29 g Low Source 5%
- Total Sugars 0.33 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 55.07 mg Low Source 4%
- Iron 0.55 mg Low Source 3%
- Potassium 886.52 mg Moderate 19%
- Vitamin A 0.15 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 0.92 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Shellfish 🦐
- Fish 🐟
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Bouillabaisse is made with 12 ingredients and serves 12. It takes about 40 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Dried Bay Leaves, Fresh Thyme, Minced Garlic, and Mussel. Each serving provides about 836.44 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Bouillabaisse made of?
- The main ingredients are Dried Bay Leaves, Fresh Thyme, Minced Garlic, Mussel, Olive Oil. The full list of 12 is above.
- How long does it take to make Bouillabaisse?
- About 40 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 836.44 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Bouillabaisse easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 12 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Bouillabaisse healthy?
- Bouillabaisse has an easyChef Pro health score of 41/100. Per serving, it provides 836.44 calories and 46.72 g of protein, or 93% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 174.1 mg (8% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 8.58 g (43% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Shellfish, Fish, Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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