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Cioppino Fisherman's Stew

Cultural Context

Cioppino originated in San Francisco, developed by Italian fishermen who created this stew using the catch of the day. Traditionally, it’s a communal dish, served with crusty bread for dipping, reflecting the local seafood bounty. Today, cioppino is enjoyed across the U.S., with variations incorporating different seafood and spices, making it a beloved comfort food.

Italian-AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 bell pepper, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 bulb fennel, chopped
28 ounces crushed tomatoes
1 cup white wine
4 cups fish stock
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon thyme
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 lb clams, scrubbed
1 lb mussels, scrubbed
1 lb fish fillets, cut into pieces
1/4 cup parsley, chopped

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

white wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic wine

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

Chicken broth is a more affordable option that can add depth to the stew.

fish stock

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Using bouillon cubes is a cost-effective way to achieve a similar flavor.

1

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

2

Add chopped onion, garlic, bell pepper, and celery; sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

3

Stir in fennel and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

4

Add crushed tomatoes, white wine, and fish stock; bring to a simmer.

5

Season with bay leaves, thyme, and red pepper flakes; simmer for 20 minutes to meld flavors.

6

Add shrimp, clams, mussels, and fish fillets; cover and cook until seafood is cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

7

Discard any unopened clams and mussels after cooking.

8

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

9

Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

fishshellfishgluten

Also Known As

Seafood StewItalian-American Fish Stew

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