The Best Ever Seafood Stew

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: cream

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

seafood mix

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Chicken is more accessible and affordable.

fish stock

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + seasoning

Vegetable broth offers a lighter option.

avocado

🥗Healthier: guacamole

💰Cheaper: none

Guacamole adds flavor but is not a direct substitute.

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

Add chopped red onion and minced garlic; sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in chopped bell peppers, diced carrot, and chopped celery; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Add paprika, sea salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper; stir to combine.

Pour in coconut milk, heavy cream, white wine, and fish stock; bring to a simmer.

Add tomato paste and bay leaves; stir to combine.

Add shrimp and clams; cook until seafood is opaque and clams have opened, about 5-7 minutes.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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