Cioppino

chefs-mate chefs-mate 0 Comments
Servings: 8 Difficulty: Advanced
Jump To Recipe Print Recipe
A rich, tomato-based seafood stew brimming with fresh shellfish and tender fish chunks
Cioppino *** (Expt46 B recipe image

This classic Italian-American seafood stew is a vibrant celebration of the ocean’s bounty. The deep, savory broth is built from a foundation of sautéed aromatics, crushed tomatoes, and a splash of wine, infused with subtle hints of saffron and fennel. Loaded with an array of fresh seafood including clams, mussels, shrimp, snapper, and chunks of lobster or crab, every bite offers a mix of textures and briny flavors. ItâÂÂs a comforting yet elegant dish perfect for special family dinners or entertaining guests who love bold, hearty flavors. Simmered to perfection, the seafood remains tender while absorbing the rich, aromatic sauce.

Cioppino *** (Expt46 B recipe image
Print Recipe

Cioppino

Author: chefs-mate Cuisine: Courses:
Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 8 Calories: 903.1

Description

This classic Italian-American seafood stew is a vibrant celebration of the ocean's bounty. The deep, savory broth is built from a foundation of saut&# 195;©ed aromatics, crushed tomatoes, and a splash of wine, infused with subtle hints of saffron and fennel. Loaded with an array of fresh seafood including clams, mussels, shrimp, snapper, and chunks of lobster or crab, every bite offers a mix of textures and briny flavors. ItâÂÂs a comforting yet elegant dish perfect for special family dinners or entertaining guests who love bold, hearty flavors. Simmered to perfection, the seafood remains tender while absorbing the rich, aromatic sauce.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Soak clams or mussels in a large pot of cold water mixed with cornstarch to remove grit.
  2. Drain the shellfish several times in fresh cold water until the water runs clear.
  3. Clean the lobsters or crabs and cut them into manageable pieces, cracking shells as needed.
  4. Heat olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.
  5. Add minced garlic, chopped onions, green onions, celery, bell pepper, thyme, bay leaf, fennel seed, and saffron.
  6. Sauté the aromatics for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  7. Stir in chopped fresh tomatoes, canned plum tomatoes, wine, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  8. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes to meld flavors.
  9. Add the cleaned clams or mussels to the pot and cover.
  10. Simmer for 5 to 7 minutes until the shellfish open, discarding any that remain closed.
  11. Gently add the shrimp, snapper pieces, and lobster or crab chunks to the stew.
  12. Cover and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until the fish is opaque and cooked through.
  13. Mash one clove of garlic with anchovy paste and stir into the stew to deepen the flavor.
  14. Simmer uncovered for 2 more minutes, then taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  15. Ladle into large bowls and serve immediately with crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 903.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 44.6g69%
Saturated Fat 6.9g35%
Cholesterol 366.4mg123%
Sodium 716.1mg30%
Total Carbohydrate 22.9g8%
Dietary Fiber 0.1g1%
Sugars 4.3g
Protein 97.0g194%

* 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: cioppino, seafood stew, italian seafood, clams, mussels, lobster, crab, shrimp, snapper, tomato broth, wine sauce, saffron, fennel, garlic, onion, celery, bell pepper, thyme, parsley, anchovy, olive oil
Recipe Card powered by WP Delicious