Easy Cioppino

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A rich, tomato-based seafood stew brimming with fresh fish, crab, and clams
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This classic Italian-American cioppino is a vibrant and hearty seafood stew that feels like a warm hug in a bowl. The base is a deeply flavorful tomato broth infused with aromatic onions, garlic, and herbs, creating a savory canvas for the seafood. Fresh firm-fleshed fish, sweet crab legs, and briny clams simmer gently, absorbing the rich tomato flavors without overcooking. It’s a perfect weekend dinner that balances acidity, sweetness, and oceanic freshness. Serve it with crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the delicious broth. Ideal for cold evenings or when you want to impress guests with a dish that looks restaurant-quality but comes together with simple steps.

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Easy Cioppino

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 297.4

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This classic Italian-American cioppino is a vibrant and hearty seafood stew that feels like a warm hug in a bowl. The base is a deeply flavorful tomato broth infused with aromatic onions, garlic, and herbs, creating a savory canvas for the seafood. Fresh firm-fleshed fish, sweet crab legs, and briny clams simmer gently, absorbing the rich tomato flavors without overcooking. It&# 226;ÂÂs a perfect weekend dinner that balances acidity, sweetness, and oceanic freshness. Serve it with crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the delicious broth. Ideal for cold evenings or when you want to impress guests with a dish that looks restaurant-quality but comes together with simple steps.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  4. Stir in the canned tomatoes with their juices, white wine, dried basil, and black pepper.
  5. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook uncovered for 20 to 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
  6. Add the crab legs, fish chunks, and scrubbed clams to the pot.
  7. Simmer gently for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork, the crab is heated through, and the clams have opened.
  8. Discard any clams that did not open during cooking.
  9. Ladle the hot seafood and broth into deep bowls, ensuring each serving gets a variety of seafood.
  10. Serve immediately with crusty bread for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 297.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.6g11%
Saturated Fat 0.5g3%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 71.3mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 57.4g20%
Dietary Fiber 17.3g70%
Sugars 37.5g
Protein 13.0g26%

* 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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