Delicious Homemade Fish Stock

Learn how to make flavorful homemade fish stock from scratch with this easy-to-follow recipe. This rich and aromatic broth is the perfect base for chowders, seafood soups, and other seafood dishes. By making your own fish stock, you can control the ingredients and ensure a superior flavor in your recipes.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs fish bones and scraps (such as grouper, snapper, or halibut)
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, smashed
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 tsp whole peppercorns
• 8 cups water

Directions

1. Rinse the fish bones and scraps under cold water to remove any impurities.
2. In a large stockpot, combine the fish bones, onion, carrots, celery, garlic, bay leaf, peppercorns, and water.
3. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let simmer for 1.5 hours.
4. Skim off any foam or impurities that rise to the surface during cooking.
5. Strain the stock through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean container. Discard the solids.
6. Let the stock cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for later use.

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