Cioppino (San Francisco-Style Seafood Stew): A tasty delicious Seafood scoop

  Cioppino (San Francisco-Style Seafood Stew) is a tasty delicious delight and a perfect match for soup. 

Contents :

• Introduction
• Ingredients 
• Instructions
• Tips and Variations
• Nutritional information (per serving) 
• Conclusion 

Introduction :

Cioppino, a hearty San Francisco-style seafood stew, is a culinary icon of the City by the Bay. This flavorful and comforting dish originated with Italian-American fishermen in North Beach, who combined their daily catch with aromatics and tomatoes to create a nourishing meal. Today, Cioppino remains a beloved favorite in San Francisco restaurants and homes alike.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup white wine
• 1 cup fish broth
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 pound fish (halibut, snapper, or cod), cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 pound mussels, scrubbed and debearded
• 1 pound clams, scrubbed
• 1/2 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/2 pound scallops, rinsed and patted dry
• Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions :

1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

2. Add crushed tomatoes, wine, broth, oregano, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.

3. Add fish, mussels, clams, shrimp, and scallops. Bring to a simmer.

4. Reduce heat to low and cook, covered, until seafood is cooked through and shells are opened, about 20-25 minutes.

5. Serve hot, garnished with parsley if desired.

Tips and Variations :

- Use a variety of seafood to make the stew more abundant.

- Add other aromatics like celery, carrots, or bell peppers for added flavor.

- Substitute fish broth with chicken broth or a combination of both.

- Serve with crusty bread or over rice to soak up the flavorful broth.

Nutrition Information (per serving)

- Calories: 420

- Protein: 40g

- Fat: 20g

- Saturated Fat: 3.5g

- Cholesterol: 60mg

- Sodium: 450mg

- Carbohydrates: 20g

- Fiber: 4g

- Sugar: 8g

Conclusion :

Cioppino is a San Francisco culinary treasure that warms hearts and bellies. This hearty seafood stew is perfect for special occasions or cozy nights in. With its rich flavors and abundant seafood, Cioppino will become a favorite in your kitchen, just as it has in the City by the Bay. Buon appetito!

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