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Cioppino

Cioppino Recipe
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If you’re craving a warm and satisfying dish, this Cioppino recipe is your answer! This Italian seafood stew features a rich tomato broth brimming with tender seafood, making it perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings. With its effortless preparation, you can create a gourmet meal that brings everyone together around the table to share laughter and stories. The combination of fresh ingredients and aromatic herbs delivers a burst of flavor that will leave everyone wanting more. Plus, it’s adaptable—feel free to mix in your favorite seafood or vegetables for a personal touch!

Ingredients

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  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, diced (or sub 3 shallots)
  • 1 cup fennel bulb, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 2 large carrots, peeled and diced
  • 4 garlic cloves, rough chopped
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • ½ teaspoon fresh pepper
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ¼ cup tomato paste
  • 14-ounce can diced tomatoes (or sub 1 ½ cups diced tomatoes)
  • 1 ½ cups dry white grape juice
  • 6 cups chicken stock
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 pound mussels
  • 1 pound manila clams
  • ½ pound scallops or shrimp
  • 1 pound firm fish – black cod, sea bass, halibut
  • ¼–½ cup fresh parsley (or basil), chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onion and fennel until translucent.
  2. Add carrots, celery, and garlic; continue sautéing for another five minutes. Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and red pepper flakes.
  3. Stir in tomato paste followed by diced tomatoes and their juices. Pour in chicken stock along with bay leaves; bring to a boil then simmer until carrots are tender (about 10 minutes).
  4. Add mussels and clams first; after a few minutes, introduce scallops (or shrimp) and firm fish. Simmer gently until cooked through (5 to 8 minutes).
  5. Adjust seasoning if needed; finish with fresh herbs before serving.

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