Cantonese Seafood Delight

Ingredients

• 4 cups (950ml) fish or seafood broth 4 cups (950ml) fish or seafood broth
• 1 cup (240ml) water 1 cup (240ml) water
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 onion, thinly sliced 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, grated 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
• 1 carrot, julienned 1 carrot, julienned
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 8 ounces (225g) shrimp, peeled and deveined 8 ounces (225g) shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 8 ounces (225g) white fish fillets, cut into bite-sized pieces 8 ounces (225g) white fish fillets, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 8 ounces (225g) scallops 8 ounces (225g) scallops
• 8 ounces (225g) squid, cleaned and sliced into rings 8 ounces (225g) squid, cleaned and sliced into rings
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder 1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh cilantro and green onions, for garnish Fresh cilantro and green onions, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 6g, 1g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 12g, 4g
• Protein: 35g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and ginger, and sauté until fragrant.
2. 2.
   Add the carrot and red bell pepper to the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes, until slightly softened.
3. 3.
   Pour in the fish or seafood broth and water, and bring to a boil.
4. 4.
   Reduce the heat to low and add the shrimp, fish fillets, scallops, and squid to the pot. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, until the seafood is cooked through and tender.
5. 5.
   Stir in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, sugar, Chinese five-spice powder, salt, and pepper. Adjust the seasoning according to your taste.
6. 6.
   Remove the pot from the heat and garnish the soup with fresh cilantro and green onions.
7. 7.
   Serve the Cantonese Seafood Delight hot and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Shrimp — Be careful not to overcook the shrimp as they can become rubbery. Cook them just until they turn pink and opaque.
• Squid — To ensure tender squid, either cook it quickly over high heat or simmer it for a longer time until tender. Avoid overcooking, as it can become tough.

Tips & Tricks

• For a spicier kick, add a dash of chili oil or sprinkle some red pepper flakes before serving.
• Feel free to customize the seafood selection based on your preferences and availability.
• To make the broth even more flavorful, you can add a few dried shiitake mushrooms or a splash of Chinese rice wine.

Serving advice

Serve the Cantonese Seafood Delight as a starter or as a main course accompanied by steamed rice or crusty bread. Enjoy it with a side of soy sauce and chili paste for an extra burst of flavor.

Presentation advice

Present the Cantonese Seafood Delight in individual bowls, ensuring that each bowl contains a generous portion of seafood and colorful vegetables. Garnish with fresh cilantro and green onions for an appealing visual touch.