How to Make Eastern North Carolina-Style Fish Stew

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

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

Old Bay seasoning

🥗Healthier: homemade seasoning blend

💰Cheaper: mixed spices

A homemade blend can reduce sodium and tailor flavors.

fish stock

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasonings

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and can be made easily at home.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil offers healthier fats, while margarine is often less expensive.

Render bacon in a large cauldron until crispy.

Add two thinly sliced onions and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Add 6 cups of water and 1 (6 ounce) can of tomato paste; stir to dissolve.

Add 1 pound of sliced red potatoes and 1 bay leaf; bring to a boil and cook for 10 minutes.

Add 1 teaspoon of Tabasco sauce and the cod fillets, pushing them under the liquid.

Crack 8 whole eggs directly into the stew without stirring.

Cover and cook for 20 minutes on medium low.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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