Description
Cioppino is a rich, flavorful seafood stew inspired by the coastal regions of Northern California. With an assortment of fresh fish, shellfish, and a tomato-based broth, it’s a perfect dish for seafood lovers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup dry white wine
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups seafood stock or water
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 pound white fish fillets (like cod or halibut), cut into chunks
- 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 pound mussels or clams, cleaned
- 1/2 pound scallops, halved if large
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Crusty bread for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the base:
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until softened.
- Deglaze and simmer:
- Add the white wine to the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Add the broth and tomatoes:
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes, seafood stock (or water), oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Add the seafood:
- Add the fish chunks, shrimp, mussels (or clams), and scallops to the pot. Cover and cook for about 7-10 minutes, or until the seafood is cooked through and the mussels/clams have opened.
- Finish and serve:
- Stir in the fresh parsley and lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon if needed.
- Serve the cioppino hot, with crusty bread on the side to soak up the delicious broth.
Notes
- Cioppino is highly customizable; you can add or substitute other seafood such as crab, lobster, or squid depending on availability and preference.
- For a richer stew, you can add a splash of cream to the broth just before serving.
- Serve with a side of garlic butter toast for an extra touch of flavor!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Simmering, Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 140mg