Bill's World Famous Fish Stew

Dive into the comforting, ocean-inspired flavors of *Bill's World Famous Fish Stew*, a hearty and vibrant seafood dish that's perfect for cozy dinners or impressing guests. This one-pot wonder combines tender chunks of flaky cod, succulent shrimp, and briny mussels in a rich tomato-based broth infused with aromatic vegetables, fresh thyme, and a splash of white wine. The addition of russet potatoes gives it a satisfying heartiness, while spices like paprika and optional cayenne add depth and a touch of heat. Ready in just under an hour, this stew is as simple to prepare as it is extraordinary in taste. Garnished with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon, it’s best served with crusty bread to soak up every last drop. Whether you're a seafood lover or looking to try something new, this fish stew is bound to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 1 large red bell pepper, diced
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 4 cups fish stock (or vegetable stock)
• 1 cup dry white wine
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for spice)
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
• 1 large russet potato, cubed
• 1 pound cod fillets (or other firm white fish), cut into chunks
• 0.5 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 pound mussels or clams, scrubbed and cleaned
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste black pepper
• 4 lemon wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, garlic, celery, carrots, and red bell pepper. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.

Step 3

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, fish stock, white wine, bay leaf, paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), fresh thyme, and cubed potato. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

Step 4

Lower the heat to medium-low and let the stew simmer for 20 minutes until the potatoes are tender and the flavors are well combined.

Step 5

Season the stew with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 6

Add the cod chunks to the pot, gently stirring to ensure the fish is submerged in the broth. Simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 7

Add the shrimp and mussels (or clams) to the pot. Cover and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through and the mussels (or clams) have opened. Discard any shellfish that do not open.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf from the pot and discard it.

Step 9

Ladle the fish stew into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley.

Step 10

Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the top. Optionally, pair with crusty bread for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(4058.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2083.3

Total Fat 44.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 894.5mg	0%
Sodium 6326.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 171.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.3g	0%
Total Sugars 48.7g
Protein 217.6g	0%

Vitamin D 181.4IU	0%
Calcium 997.0mg	0%
Iron 30.5mg	0%
Potassium 8652.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 20.5%

Protein: 44.5%

Carbs: 35.0%