Tomato-Fish Cossack Stew

This Tomato-Fish Cossack Stew is a comforting, one-pot meal that brings rustic charm to your dinner table. Inspired by Eastern European cooking, it combines firm white fish with potatoes, fresh dill, thyme, and bay leaves, all simmered in a savory tomato broth. The dish is light yet satisfying, with bright notes of lemon and parsley cutting through the richness of the stew. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a casual gathering, it requires minimal prep and delivers deep, home-style flavor. Serve with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce. This recipe is naturally low in fat and highlights fresh, simple ingredients for a wholesome meal the whole family will love.

Cooking Method: Boiling, Stewing

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 6

Calories: 289.6

Dietary: Gluten-free, Low-fat

Description

This Tomato-Fish Cossack Stew is a comforting, one-pot meal that brings rustic charm to your dinner table. Inspired by Eastern European cooking, it combines firm white fish with potatoes, fresh dill, thyme, and bay leaves, all simmered in a savory tomato broth. The dish is light yet satisfying, with bright notes of lemon and parsley cutting through the richness of the stew. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a casual gathering, it requires minimal prep and delivers deep, home-style flavor. Serve with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce. This recipe is naturally low in fat and highlights fresh, simple ingredients for a wholesome meal the whole family will love.

Ingredients

2 ea Onions, chopped
2 ea Garlic cloves minced
1 tablespoon Oil
36 ea Tomatoes peeled
16 oz Canned stewed tomatoes
8 oz Tomato sauce
1 ea Potato, peeled and chopped
2 tbsp Dill, freshly chopped
1 tsp Thyme leaves
1 tbsp Lemon juice, fresh
3 ea Bay leaves
1/4 tsp Black pepper
1 tbsp Parsley, chopped
2 lb Fish, boneless and cubed (1/2" pieces)

Directions

1
Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and minced garlic, cooking until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
2
Add the chopped potato, canned stewed tomatoes, tomato sauce, dill, thyme, bay leaves, and black pepper to the pot.
3
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
4
Gently stir in the cubed fish, lemon juice, and chopped parsley.
5
Cover and simmer for 3-5 minutes more, just until the fish is opaque and cooked through.
6
Remove the bay leaves before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 289.6kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5.8g9%
Saturated Fat 0.6g3%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 55.5mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 56.2g19%
Dietary Fiber 12.7g51%
Sugars 26.0g
Protein 11.8g24%

* 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

Use firm white fish such as cod, haddock, or halibut for best results. The fish should hold its shape during simmering.

If using fresh tomatoes instead of canned, peel and chop them roughly. You may need to add a splash of water if the mixture seems too thick.

Do not overcook the fish; add it at the end and cook only until just opaque to keep it tender.

This stew tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Serve with crusty bread, rice, or boiled potatoes to complement the rich tomato sauce.

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