Delicious Spicy Seafood Stew

Restaurant-Quality Recipe

Introduction

Master this rich, flavorful seafood stew that combines fresh seafood with aromatic spices and vegetables. Perfect for special occasions or when craving a restaurant-quality seafood dish at home.

Steaming bowl of spicy seafood stew with fresh herbs and crusty bread

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This hearty stew delivers complex flavors while remaining surprisingly simple to prepare. The recipe allows for customization with your favorite seafood while maintaining the perfect balance of heat and seasoning.

Ingredients

For the Base:

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 celery stalks, chopped
1 red bell pepper, diced
2 carrots, sliced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
4 cups fish stock
2 bay leaves

Seafood Mix:

1 lb firm white fish (cod or halibut), cubed
12 large shrimp, peeled
1 lb mussels, cleaned
1/2 lb calamari rings
1 lb clams, scrubbed

Seasonings:

2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

Prepare Base:
- Heat oil in large pot
- Sauté onions until translucent
- Add garlic, celery, peppers, carrots
- Cook until vegetables soften
Build Flavors:
- Add tomato paste, cook 2 minutes
- Pour in crushed tomatoes
- Add stock and seasonings
- Simmer 20 minutes
Add Seafood:
- Start with firm fish and shrimp
- Add mussels and clams
- Finally add calamari
- Cook until shells open
Finish:
- Season to taste
- Garnish with parsley
- Serve hot with crusty bread