How to Make Amazing Fish Seafood Soup (Caldo De Marisco) Recipe!

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu provides a plant-based protein alternative, while canned tuna is more affordable.

shrimp

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: surimi

Chicken offers a leaner protein option, while surimi is a budget-friendly seafood substitute.

mussels

🥗Healthier: oysters

💰Cheaper: canned clams

Oysters are a nutritious alternative, and canned clams are typically less expensive.

clams

🥗Healthier: mushrooms

💰Cheaper: canned corn

Mushrooms add umami flavor, while canned corn is a cost-effective option.

Add seafood stock to a large pot and bring to a boil.

Add shrimp shells to the pot to infuse flavor and let it boil for a while.

Chop and prepare vegetables: celery, carrots, dill, parsley, leeks, and white onions.

Add chopped white onions to the pot and cook until softened.

Add saffron to the pot and let it infuse into the broth.

Add chopped vegetables (celery, carrots, leeks) to the pot and let them cook until combined with the saffron.

Add better than bouillon (lobster base) to enhance the umami flavor.

Deglaze the pot with white wine to incorporate flavors.

Strain the broth to remove shells and solids, ensuring a smooth stock.

Add clam juice to the strained broth for additional seafood flavor.

Bring the mixture to a boil again, then lower the heat and let it simmer.

Add diced potatoes to the pot and cook until tender.

Taste the broth and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Add Argentinian red shrimp and golf shrimp to the pot, cooking quickly to avoid overcooking the seafood.

Finish cooking the soup until the seafood is just done.

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