Coastal Catch Cioppino
Are you ready to embark on a culinary journey with Cioppino? This tantalizing Italian seafood stew brings the vibrant flavors of the ocean right to your plate. Picture a medley of fresh fish and shellfish, gently simmered in a robust tomato broth infused with fragrant herbs. Prepared with expertise hailing from the captivating coastal regions of Italy, Cioppino captivates your taste buds and leaves you yearning for more. Whether it's an intimate gathering or simply a desire for a comforting and flavorful meal, Cioppino proves itself as the ultimate choice. Prepare yourself to revel in the delightful taste of the sea through this irresistible recipe.
Ingredients
- ¾ cup butter
- 2 onions chopped
- 1 bunch fresh parsley chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 14.5 ounce cans stewed tomatoes
- 2 14.5 ounce cans chicken broth
- 1 ½ cups white wine
- 1 cup water
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tablespoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 ½ pounds cod fillets cubed
- 1 ½ pounds large shrimp - peeled and deveined
- 1 ½ pounds bay scallops
- 18 small clams
- 18 mussels cleaned and debearded
- 1 ½ cups crabmeat
Instructions
- In a large stockpot, melt butter over medium-low heat. Add onions, parsley, and garlic, and cook and stir until the onions are softened, which usually takes around 3 to 4 minutes. Next, it's time to introduce the star ingredient – tomatoes. Break them into chunks as you add them to the pot. Now, let's enhance the flavors by stirring in chicken broth, wine, water, bay leaves, basil, thyme, and oregano. Cover the pot and let the mixture simmer for a delightful 30 minutes, allowing all the aromas to meld together.
- The seafood medley is what truly makes this dish shine. Stir in cod, shrimp, scallops, clams, mussels, and crabmeat, ensuring they are all well incorporated. It's time to bring the pot to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat, cover the pot, and let it simmer until the clams open up, which typically takes about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Now comes the moment of anticipation! Ladle the fragrant and flavorful soup into bowls, and get ready to savor every spoonful. This Cioppino recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether you're enjoying a cozy night in or hosting a gathering of loved ones. Embrace the coastal flavors and let this delightful seafood stew take center stage on your dining table.
Notes
Please note the differences in ingredient amounts when using the magazine version of this recipe