Fisherman’S Stew

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A hearty, aromatic seafood stew with tender halibut, potatoes, and saffron-infused broth
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This robust Fisherman’s Stew offers a comforting bowl of warm flavors, perfect for chilly evenings. The base is built with sautéed onions and garlic, then enriched with diced tomatoes, fennel seeds, and dried thyme for a savory depth. A touch of powdered saffron adds a luxurious aroma and golden hue to the broth. Red potatoes simmer until tender, absorbing the rich liquid, while fresh halibut is gently steamed above the stew to remain moist and flaky. Finished with fresh parsley and crushed croutons for texture, this dish balances earthy vegetables with delicate seafood. It is an ideal meal for family dinners or when you crave something nourishing yet elegant.

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Fisherman’S Stew

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 131.7

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This robust Fisherman's Stew offers a comforting bowl of warm flavors, perfect for chilly evenings. The base is built with saut&# 195;©ed onions and garlic, then enriched with diced tomatoes, fennel seeds, and dried thyme for a savory depth. A touch of powdered saffron adds a luxurious aroma and golden hue to the broth. Red potatoes simmer until tender, absorbing the rich liquid, while fresh halibut is gently steamed above the stew to remain moist and flaky. Finished with fresh parsley and crushed croutons for texture, this dish balances earthy vegetables with delicate seafood. It is an ideal meal for family dinners or when you crave something nourishing yet elegant.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the onion and garlic; saute 5 minutes.
  3. Add the undrained tomatoes, fennel seeds and thyme.
  4. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer 10 minutes.
  5. Add the broth-water combination, saffron, salt and cayenne pepper.
  6. Simmer 5 minutes.
  7. Add potatoes, cover and simmer 15 minutes.
  8. Put the halibut pieces in a steamer basket that will fit over the pot.
  9. Drizzle with a little of the cooking broth and sprinkle with pepper.
  10. Steam 12 minutes per inch of thickness, or until the fish flakes.
  11. Remove the skin from the halibut and put into 4 soup bowls.
  12. Stir the parsley and croutons into the soup, adjust the seasonings with salt and pepper if necessary and ladle into the bowls.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 131.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.1g7%
Saturated Fat 0.6g3%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 10.9mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 22.1g8%
Dietary Fiber 2.1g9%
Sugars 3.0g
Protein 3.9g8%

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

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