Monégasque-style Seafood Stew

Ingredients

In this Monégasque adaptation, we incorporate local ingredients and flavors to create a unique twist on the Spanish Marinera murciana. While the Spanish version typically includes ingredients like bell peppers and paprika, we replace them with Monégasque staples such as fennel and saffron. These additions lend a delicate anise-like flavor and a beautiful golden hue to the stew, enhancing its overall taste and visual appeal. We alse have the original recipe for Marinera murciana, so you can check it out.

• 500g (1.1 lb) mixed seafood (shrimp, mussels, fish fillets) 500g (1.1 lb) mixed seafood (shrimp, mussels, fish fillets)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 fennel bulb, thinly sliced 1 fennel bulb, thinly sliced
• 1 can (400g/14 oz) diced tomatoes 1 can (400g/14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 cup fish or vegetable broth 1 cup fish or vegetable broth
• A pinch of saffron threads A pinch of saffron threads
• Salt and pepper, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, for garnish Fresh parsley, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 10g, 2g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 10g, 5g
• Protein: 30g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and sliced fennel. Sauté until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
2. 2.
   Add the diced tomatoes, fish or vegetable broth, and saffron threads to the pot. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
3. 3.
   Add the mixed seafood to the pot and gently stir to combine. Cover the pot and let the stew simmer for about 10-15 minutes, or until the seafood is cooked through and the flavors have melded together.
4. 4.
   Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve the Monégasque-style Seafood Stew hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Seafood — Ensure that the seafood is fresh and properly cleaned before adding it to the stew. Overcooking can result in tough and rubbery seafood, so be mindful of the cooking time for each type of seafood.

Tips & Tricks

• For a richer flavor, you can add a splash of white wine to the stew before adding the seafood.
• Serve the stew with a side of freshly baked crusty bread to soak up the delicious broth.
• Feel free to customize the seafood selection based on your preferences and availability.

Serving advice

Serve the Monégasque-style Seafood Stew in deep bowls, allowing the vibrant colors of the seafood and broth to shine. Accompany it with a side of crusty bread for a complete and satisfying meal.

Presentation advice

Garnish the stew with a sprinkle of fresh parsley to add a pop of color. Serve it in beautiful ceramic bowls to enhance the visual appeal of the dish.