What Is Caldillo De Congrio? - South America Travel Pros

conger eel

🥗Healthier: cod

💰Cheaper: hake

Cod is a leaner alternative, while hake is often more affordable.

white wine

🥗Healthier: white grape juice

💰Cheaper: cooking wine

White grape juice provides sweetness without alcohol, while cooking wine is less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier, while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: spinach

Parsley offers a similar flavor profile, while spinach is versatile and economical.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and garlic; sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in diced tomatoes and bell peppers; cook for another 5 minutes until vegetables are tender.

Add paprika and bay leaves; mix well to combine flavors.

Pour in white wine and cook for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.

Add fish stock and bring to a simmer over medium heat.

Introduce peeled and diced potatoes; cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Add the conger eel pieces and simmer until cooked through, about 10 minutes.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Stir in chopped cilantro just before serving.

Serve hot with crusty bread or rice.

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