– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 medium onion, diced
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 cup diced bell pepper (red or green)
– 1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes, with juice
– 3 cups seafood stock (or chicken stock)
– 1 cup dry white wine
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 1 pound mussels, cleaned and debearded
– 1 pound clams, cleaned
– 1 pound firm white fish (like cod or halibut), cut into chunks
– Salt to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
– Lemon wedges (for serving)
Creating Easy Cioppino is simple when you follow these straightforward steps:
1. Heat Olive Oil: In a large pot over medium heat, heat the olive oil.
2. Sauté Vegetables: Add diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent (about 5 minutes).
3. Add Tomatoes: Stir in the diced tomatoes along with their juice, letting it cook for another 3-4 minutes.
4. Pour in Liquids: Add seafood stock and white wine to the pot. Stir to combine.
5. Season the Broth: Mix in oregano, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Allow the stew to simmer for about 10 minutes, letting the flavors meld together.
6. Add Seafood: Gently add shrimp, mussels, clams, and white fish to the pot. Stir carefully to ensure the seafood is submerged in the broth.
7. Cook the Seafood: Cover and cook for 5-7 minutes or until the mussels and clams open, and the shrimp turns pink.
8. Taste and Adjust: Taste the broth and add salt as needed.
9. Garnish: Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley.
10. Serve Immediately: Ladle the cioppino into bowls and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
These clear, precise instructions will guide you to create a delightful bowl of Easy Cioppino that bursts with flavor!