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Sopa de Marisco

Cultural Context

Sopa de Marisco is a cherished dish in Venezuela, often enjoyed during festive gatherings and family meals. This seafood soup reflects the country's rich coastal heritage, showcasing the abundance of fresh seafood available. Traditionally, it is made with a variety of local fish and shellfish, creating a comforting and flavorful experience. Today, variations of this dish can be found in coastal regions across Latin America, where each culture adds its unique twist to the recipe.

VenezuelanVEmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb haddock
1 lb prawns
2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, onions)
1 cup tomato puree
1 cup cooked rice
2 hard boiled eggs, chopped
4 cups water
1 teaspoon salt

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

seafood mix

🥗Healthier: fresh fish

💰Cheaper: canned seafood

Fresh fish can be more nutritious, while canned seafood is budget-friendly.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: heavy cream

Light coconut milk reduces calories, while heavy cream is often more accessible.

1

Cut all the vegetables thinly.

2

Wrap the eggs with cling film for steaming.

3

Cut the haddock into small cubes.

4

Remove the head and shell of the prawns and set aside.

5

Steam the seafood and eggs for 15 minutes.

6

Stir fry the prawn heads and shells, then cover with water and boil for 10 minutes.

7

Crush the heads to extract juices, then sieve the stock.

8

Sauté the vegetables until soft, then add tomato puree and cook, stirring occasionally.

9

Add the seafood stock and blend the mixture as fine as possible.

10

When boiling, add rice and cook.

11

Remove mussels and clams from their shells and add them to the soup along with the fish.

12

Chop hard boiled eggs and add to the soup.

13

Taste and add salt if needed.

14

Turn off the heat and add prawns, letting the soup rest for 5 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

large potwooden spoonknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

shellfishfish

Also Known As

Seafood SoupSopa de Pescado

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