Welcome to my kitchen! Today I will be sharing with you one of my all-time favourite recipes, zuppa di pesce, also known as cioppino. This traditional Italian seafood stew is a perfect dish for a cozy family dinner or a gathering with friends. And the best part? This version does not require any broth, making it a more natural and flavourful dish. As my grandma always said, simple ingredients make the best dishes. So, let’s get cooking!
PrintRECIPE: Zuppa di Pesce
Ingredients
1 lb of mixed seafood (clams, mussels, shrimp, calamari, scallops)
1 onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can of plum tomatoes
1 cup of white wine
1 handful of fresh parsley, chopped
1 pinch of oregano
Extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat a generous drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and sauté until softened, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the plum tomatoes and white wine to the pot. Let it simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add the mixed seafood, stirring gently to combine with the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover the pot and let it cook for 10-15 minutes until the seafood is cooked through and the shells of the clams and mussels have opened.
- Once ready, remove from heat and add the chopped parsley and oregano. Drizzle with a little more olive oil and give it a final stir.
- Serve hot with crusty bread for dipping and enjoy this delicious zuppa di pesce, just like my granma used to make.
Notes
Enjoy this recipe for zuppa di pesce, a comforting and flavourful Italian classic. As my grandma always said, “Food is love, and this dish is made with a lot of love.” Buon appetito!
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