Cioppino
Cioppino is a flavorful seafood stew that brings the essence of coastal dining right to your table. This dish features a medley of fresh shrimp, clams, and flaky fish simmered in a robust tomato broth infused with aromatic herbs. Perfect for cozy dinners or special occasions, cioppino creates memorable moments as friends and family gather to enjoy each savory spoonful. With its vibrant colors and rich flavors, this dish is sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb large shrimp, deveined
- 1 lb live clams
- 1 lb firm white fish (like cod or halibut)
- 2 cans (14 oz each) San Marzano tomatoes
- 1 cup dry white wine (like Sauvignon Blanc)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups seafood broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in canned tomatoes (with juices) and white wine; simmer while scraping the pot's bottom.
- Pour in seafood broth and add crushed red pepper flakes. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to simmer.
- Gently add shrimp, clams, and fish to the pot. Cover and cook until shrimp are pink and clams open—about 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat; stir in chopped parsley and basil. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot with crusty bread for dipping into the rich broth.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 185mg