Description
This Spanish Fish Stew, also known as ‘caldeirada,’ offers a rich flavor profile with fresh fish, tomatoes, and aromatic spices for seafood lovers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh fish (cod, halibut, or snapper)
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups fish broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh herbs (parsley or cilantro)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Lemon wedges, for serving
- Crusty bread or saffron rice, for accompaniment
Instructions
- In a heavy pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and minced garlic, sauté until fragrant.
- Add diced tomatoes and cook until soft, creating a flavor base.
- Pour in the fish broth, bringing it to a gentle simmer.
- Carefully nestle in the fresh fish, ensuring it’s submerged in the broth.
- Simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste; garnish with fresh herbs.
- Serve in shallow bowls with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
Use fresh fish for the best flavor. Adjust seasoning as needed for a richer broth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 50mg