El famoso... Caldillo de Congrio

conger eel

🥗Healthier: cod

💰Cheaper: hake

Cod is a leaner alternative, while hake is often more affordable.

white wine

🥗Healthier: white grape juice

💰Cheaper: cooking wine

White grape juice provides sweetness without alcohol, while cooking wine is less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier, while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: spinach

Parsley offers a similar flavor profile, while spinach is versatile and economical.

Preheat a pot and add a drizzle of neutral oil.

Add chopped onions to the pot and season with salt to help them soften.

Sauté the onions until they release their acidity and become softer.

Add chopped carrots to the pot and stir them in with the onions.

Add a bay leaf and some oregano to the mixture.

Once the onions and carrots are softened, add diced tomatoes to the pot.

Stir everything together and let it cook for a moment.

Add the conger eel pieces with the bone in for added flavor.

Pour in white wine over the fish and let it evaporate slightly.

Add fish stock to the pot and bring to a boil.

Once boiling, reduce the heat to a minimum and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes.

Check the fish to ensure it doesn't overcook and remains intact.

Adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper as needed.

Add fresh cilantro and a splash of cream before serving.

Carefully plate the fish with some potatoes and the broth, garnishing with cilantro and a piece of tomato.

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