Venetian-style Surubí Stew

Ingredients

In the original Peruvian Sudado de surubí, the fish is cooked in a broth made with Peruvian ingredients such as ají amarillo (yellow chili pepper) and chicha de jora (fermented corn beverage). In this Venetian adaptation, the flavors are adjusted to suit the Venetian cuisine by using a tomato-based broth infused with Italian herbs and aromatics. We alse have the original recipe for Sudado de surubí, so you can check it out.

• 500g (1.1 lb) surubí fish fillets 500g (1.1 lb) surubí 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
• 400g (14 oz) canned diced tomatoes 400g (14 oz) canned diced tomatoes
• 1 cup fish or vegetable broth 1 cup fish or vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 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): 12g, 2g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 10g, 6g
• Protein: 25g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until translucent.
2. 2.
   Add the canned diced tomatoes, fish or vegetable broth, dried thyme, and dried parsley to the pot. Stir well to combine.
3. 3.
   Season the surubí fish fillets with salt and pepper, then carefully place them into the pot.
4. 4.
   Bring the stew to a gentle simmer and cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
5. 5.
   Taste the stew and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
6. 6.
   Serve the Venetian-style Surubí Stew hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Surubí fish — Make sure to choose fresh surubí fillets for the best flavor. If surubí is not available, you can substitute it with other firm white fish such as sea bass or cod.

Tips & Tricks

• For a touch of Venetian elegance, serve the stew with a drizzle of high-quality extra virgin olive oil.
• Add a splash of white wine to the stew for an extra layer of flavor.
• If you prefer a spicier stew, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce.

Serving advice

Serve the Venetian-style Surubí Stew in shallow bowls, accompanied by crusty bread to soak up the flavorful broth. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, place a whole surubí fish fillet on top of each bowl of stew and sprinkle with additional fresh herbs.