Sitka Sound Bouillabaisse

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A rich Pacific Northwest seafood stew with bright tomato and herb flavors
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This Sitka Sound Bouillabaisse is a hearty, aromatic seafood stew that captures the essence of the Pacific Northwest. Unlike its Mediterranean counterparts, this version features local favorites like halibut and clams alongside succulent shrimp and crab. The broth is built on a foundation of sautéed onions, peppers, and garlic, simmered with tomato sauce and white wine for a rich, savory depth. Thyme, marjoram, and a hint of Tabasco provide warmth and complexity. ItâÂÂs a comforting dish perfect for cold evenings, offering tender fish and plump shellfish in a flavorful broth. Serve it hot with crusty bread for soaking up every last drop of the delicious sauce.

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Sitka Sound Bouillabaisse

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 88.4

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This Sitka Sound Bouillabaisse is a hearty, aromatic seafood stew that captures the essence of the Pacific Northwest. Unlike its Mediterranean counterparts, this version features local favorites like halibut and clams alongside succulent shrimp and crab. The broth is built on a foundation of saut&# 195;©ed onions, peppers, and garlic, simmered with tomato sauce and white wine for a rich, savory depth. Thyme, marjoram, and a hint of Tabasco provide warmth and complexity. ItâÂÂs a comforting dish perfect for cold evenings, offering tender fish and plump shellfish in a flavorful broth. Serve it hot with crusty bread for soaking up every last drop of the delicious sauce.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a 4-quart pot over medium heat.
  2. Sauté chopped onions, green peppers, and minced garlic until tender.
  3. Add tomato sauce, bay leaves, salt, thyme, marjoram, Tabasco, and water.
  4. Cover and simmer for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  5. Add dry white wine and cook uncovered for 10 minutes.
  6. Add halibut pieces and clams; cook until clam shells open, about 10 minutes.
  7. Add shrimp and crab chunks; cook just until heated through.
  8. Serve immediately without stirring to keep fish chunks intact.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 88.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10.0g16%
Saturated Fat 1.5g8%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 0.0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 0.0g0%

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

Note

Avoid stirring the stew after adding the seafood to prevent breaking up the delicate fish chunks.

Serve with garlic bread and a green salad for a complete meal.

If fresh clams are unavailable, you can substitute with other local shellfish or additional crab meat.

Ensure all seafood is fresh and properly cleaned before cooking. Discard any clams that do not open during cooking.

Keywords: bouillabaisse, seafood stew, halibut, clams, shrimp, crab, white wine, tomato broth, pacific northwest, herbs, thyme, marjoram, garlic, onions, green peppers, simmered, comfort food, dinner
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