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Bowl of spicy seafood stew with toasted bread on the side

Spicy Seafood Stew

A quick and vibrant seafood stew that's packed with flavor, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Seafood
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Seafood and Stock
  • 1 pound mixed seafood (shrimp, mussels, clams) Use any combination of seafood you prefer.
  • 2 cups seafood stock Chicken stock can be used as an alternative.
Vegetables
  • 1 can diced tomatoes (14 oz) Fresh tomatoes can be used instead.
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 each bell pepper (red or yellow), diced
Seasoning and Misc.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes Adjust to your spice level.
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 bunch fresh parsley, chopped For garnish
  • 1 crusty bread For toasting and serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onions, garlic, and bell pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes until soft and fragrant.
  2. Stir in the diced tomatoes with their juices and the seafood stock. Sprinkle in the red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Let simmer for about 10 minutes.
  3. Add the mixed seafood to the pot, stir into the broth, and cook for another 5-7 minutes until the seafood is cooked through.
  4. Meanwhile, toast slices of crusty bread until golden and crunchy.
  5. Ladle the stew into bowls, garnish with freshly chopped parsley, and serve with the toasted bread for dipping.

Notes

Feel free to customize the seafood based on what you have on hand. To add more spice, consider including Tabasco or diced jalapeños. Garlic rubbed on the toasted bread can enhance flavor.