Rustic Fish Stew

Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
A hearty Italian-inspired broth with tender tilapia, zucchini, and aromatic tomatoes.
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This rustic fish stew is a comforting, one-pot meal that brings the warmth of Italian home cooking to your table. Featuring firm tilapia fillets simmered in a savory blend of clam juice, dry white wine, and Italian-style diced tomatoes, the broth is rich with flavor. Fresh vegetables like bell pepper, zucchini, and onion add texture and sweetness, while garlic and thyme provide an aromatic backbone. It’s quick to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights, yet elegant enough for casual dinners. Serve it with crusty bread to soak up the delicious broth. This dish balances freshness from the herbs and wine with the heartiness of the vegetables, creating a satisfying meal that feels both nourishing and indulgent without being heavy.

Rustic Fish Stew

Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 164.7

Description

This rustic fish stew is a comforting, one-pot meal that brings the warmth of Italian home cooking to your table. Featuring firm tilapia fillets simmered in a savory blend of clam juice, dry white wine, and Italian-style diced tomatoes, the broth is rich with flavor. Fresh vegetables like bell pepper, zucchini, and onion add texture and sweetness, while garlic and thyme provide an aromatic backbone. It&# 226;ÂÂs quick to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights, yet elegant enough for casual dinners. Serve it with crusty bread to soak up the delicious broth. This dish balances freshness from the herbs and wine with the heartiness of the vegetables, creating a satisfying meal that feels both nourishing and indulgent without being heavy.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large, non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté for 3 minutes until just starting to soften.
  3. Add the bell pepper, diced zucchini, thyme, salt, and pepper; sauté for 3 minutes longer.
  4. Stir in the diced tomatoes with their juice, clam juice, and white wine.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Gently add the tilapia fillet pieces to the skillet.
  7. Simmer for 3-5 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and opaque.
  8. Serve hot in shallow soup bowls with crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4


Amount Per Serving
Calories 164.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.2g7%
Saturated Fat 0.6g3%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 14.9mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 29.3g10%
Dietary Fiber 2.7g11%
Sugars 3.1g
Protein 5.4g11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: fish, stew, tilapia, italian, seafood, zucchini, bell pepper, tomato, garlic, onion, white wine, clam juice, thyme, dinner, easy, weeknight, healthy, one-pot, broth, simmer
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