Delicious and Hearty Fish Stew Recipe

Indulge in a warm and flavorful fish stew that is perfect for colder days. This homemade fish stew recipe combines tender fish fillets with a fragrant broth made from fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices. The result is a hearty and satisfying dish that is sure to please seafood lovers. With a cooking time of just 30 minutes, you can enjoy a bowl of this delicious fish stew in no time. Serve it with some crusty bread for a complete and comforting meal.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds white fish fillets (such as cod or halibut), cut into chunks
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 4 cups fish or vegetable broth
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• Crusty bread, for serving

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until they are softened and aromatic, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the celery, carrots, and red bell pepper to the pot. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Pour in the diced tomatoes and their juice, along with the fish or vegetable broth. Add the bay leaf, dried thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
4. Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
5. Gently add the fish chunks to the pot, being careful not to break them apart. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
6. Remove the bay leaf from the stew and discard. Stir in the chopped parsley.
7. Serve the fish stew hot in bowls, garnished with additional parsley if desired. Accompany with some crusty bread for dipping into the flavorful broth.

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