⁤You will explore the origins of Cioppino, and its key ingredients, A mix of fresh herbs and seafood like white fish, clams, mussels, and shrimp simmered in a rich tomato broth⁤ ⁤⁤⁤⁤Cioppino is a delicious seafood stew that is perfect for seafood lovers, Let’s dive into the recipe and discover the magic of this beloved seafood.

Ingredients

• Use only fresh herbs.
• 750 g mussels in shell
• 500 g boneless fish fillets
• 750 g green prawns
• 250 g small squid tubes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion,
• chopped 1 cup sliced fennel
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed
• 2 small red chillies, finely chopped
• 1 x 425 g can tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 L fish stock 1/4 cup chopped parsley

Preparation & Cooking Time:

Preparation time: 20 minutes 
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Serves: 4

Cooking Steps:

Cioppino is a delicious seafood stew that is perfect for seafood lovers. A mix of fresh herbs and seafood like white fish, clams, mussels, and shrimp simmered in a rich tomato broth

Step 1. Mussels

Add mussels to a pan of simmering water and remove from heat when shells are open.
Remove mussels from shells, discarding any that do not open. Reserve four shells for garnish and discard the rest.

Step 2. Cutting Fish Fillets

Cut fish fillets into bite-sized pieces. Peel and devein prawns and slice squid tubes into rings.

Step 3. Cook Vegetables

Heat oil in a large pan. Add onion, fennel, garlic and chilli; cook until tender.

Step 4. Simmering

Add undrained, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, fish stock and parsley; bring to boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 5. Add Seafood

Add seafood; simmer gently for 3 minutes or until seafood is just cooked.

Serve your Cioppino hot, garnished with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon, alongside crusty bread for dipping. Enjoy the rich, savory flavors of the sea in every bite.