Ocean Broth Delight (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 -
1 onion, diced
02 -
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
03 -
2 celery ribs, cut small
04 -
1 big carrot, cubed
05 -
1 bell pepper, sliced
→ Seasonings
06 -
1 teaspoon dry thyme
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1 teaspoon dry basil
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Salt and pepper, as needed
→ Liquid Ingredients
09 -
1 tablespoon olive oil
10 -
4 cups seafood or fish broth
11 -
1 can (14.5 oz) chopped tomatoes
12 -
1 cup white wine (if you want)
→ Seafood
13 -
1 pound cleaned and peeled shrimp
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1 pound cleaned mussels or clams
15 -
1 pound white fish chunks (try cod or haddock)
→ Garnishes
16 -
Fresh chopped parsley for topping
17 -
Lemon slices on the side
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Pour the olive oil into a large pot and let it warm up on medium heat.
02 -
Toss in diced onion, garlic, celery, carrot, and bell pepper. Cook until soft, around 5-7 minutes.
03 -
Add dry thyme and basil, and let them release their scent for about 1-2 minutes.
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Pour in your seafood broth, chopped tomatoes, and wine if you're using it. Let it start to bubble gently.
05 -
The broth needs about 20 minutes to bubble so all the flavors can mix together nicely.
06 -
Gently put your shrimp, mussels or clams, and fish pieces into the pot. Stir lightly and put the lid on.
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Let it bubble for another 5-10 minutes until your seafood is done and the shells have opened up.
08 -
Try a spoonful and add salt and pepper until it tastes good to you.
09 -
Turn off the heat and sprinkle fresh parsley on top just before you're ready to eat.
10 -
Scoop the soup into bowls and put lemon slices on the side for a bit of zing.
# Additional Tips:
01 -
Want more flavor? Let the soup sit for 5 minutes after cooking before you dig in.