Catalan Fish Stew

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu provides a plant-based option while canned tuna is a budget-friendly alternative.

shellfish

🥗Healthier: mushrooms

💰Cheaper: chicken

Mushrooms can mimic the texture of shellfish and chicken is a more economical protein.

white wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic wine

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Non-alcoholic wine maintains flavor without alcohol, while vinegar adds acidity at a lower cost.

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

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced tomatoes and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Sprinkle in paprika and saffron, stirring to combine.

Pour in white wine and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.

Add fish stock and bring to a gentle boil.

Introduce diced potatoes and cook until tender, about 15 minutes.

Add fish and shellfish, cooking until just opaque, about 5-7 minutes.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Serve hot with crusty bread.

Cooking Techniques

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