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Mediterranean Fisherman’s Seafood Stew

Mediterranean Fisherman’s Seafood Stew features a light yet robust tomato-and-white-wine broth infused with garlic, chili heat, and citrus. Tender chunks of white fish mingle with briny clams, sweet shrimp, and silky calamari, finished with basil, parsley, and lemon for freshness. It’s an inviting choice for a cozy dinner or a relaxed weekend gathering with crusty bread on the side.

  • Prep20 mins
  • Cook40 mins
  • Serves6
  • DifficultyMedium
Mediterranean Fisherman’s Seafood Stew
  1. 1

    Put the potatoes in a large pot, cover with salted water, and bring to a boil.

  2. 2

    Lower the heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, about 10 minutes.

  3. 3

    Drain the potatoes and set them aside.

  4. 4

    Warm the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

  5. 5

    Add the onion and pepper flakes; cook, stirring, until the onion is soft, 5 to 7 minutes.

  6. 6

    Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute.

  7. 7

    Raise the heat to medium-high and add the potatoes, tomatoes, and white wine.

  8. 8

    Bring to a simmer; cook for 8 to 10 minutes, breaking up the tomatoes with a spoon.

  9. 9

    Pour in the fish stock and return to a simmer.

  10. 10

    Nestle the white fish into the broth and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes.

  11. 11

    Add the clams, shrimp, and calamari; simmer until the shrimp are pink and the clams have opened, 3 to 5 minutes.

  12. 12

    Remove and discard any clams that did not open.

  13. 13

    Take the pot off the heat, then stir in the basil, parsley, lemon zest, and lemon juice; season with salt and black pepper.

About This Recipe

Mediterranean Fisherman's Seafood Stew is a French dinner recipe made with 17 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr, serves 6, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Calamari, Clam, Fish Stock, and Fresh Basil. Each serving provides about 425.63 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Mediterranean Fisherman’s Seafood Stew?
It is a French stew recipe made with 17 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or soup.
What is Mediterranean Fisherman’s Seafood Stew made of?
The main ingredients are Calamari, Clam, Fish Stock, Fresh Basil, Fresh Parsley. The full list of 17 is above.
What goes well with Mediterranean Fisherman’s Seafood Stew?
Explore these French side-dish recipes.
How long does it take to make Mediterranean Fisherman’s Seafood Stew?
About 1 hr in total: 20 mins to prepare and 40 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 425.63 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Mediterranean Fisherman’s Seafood Stew easy to make?
This recipe is rated medium, with 17 ingredients and 13 steps.

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