Description

If you’re in search of a comforting dish that evokes the essence of seaside dining, this Delicious Rustic Seafood Soup Zuppa di Pesce is your answer. This hearty soup combines an array of fresh seafood simmered in a rich tomato broth, delivering layers of flavor with every spoonful. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or special family gatherings, and its simplicity makes it accessible for cooks at any level. With just a few key ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can create a dish that warms the heart and impresses the palate. Customize it with your choice of seafood or spice levels to make it uniquely yours!

Ingredients

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1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 medium shallots (diced)
1 medium fennel bulb (sliced)
5 cloves garlic (sliced)
1/2 teaspoon crushed hot red pepper flakes (optional)
1 cup dry white grape juice
2 28-ounce cans plum tomatoes
1 1/4 cups clam juice
3/4 pound calamari
3/4 pound cod or other meaty white fish
12 pieces little neck clams
1 pound mussels
3/4 pound extra large shrimp
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup minced flat-leaf Italian parsley

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Instructions

In a large Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-low heat. Add shallots and fennel; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
Stir in garlic and cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant. Add crushed red pepper flakes if desired.
Pour in grape juice and increase heat to medium-high, scraping any brown bits from the pot. Cook for about 90 seconds.
Reduce heat to medium; add plum tomatoes and clam juice. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
Incorporate calamari into the pot and cook for about 15 minutes.
Add cod chunks, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
Toss in scrubbed clams and cover; cook until they start to open—about 5 to 7 minutes.
Finally, add mussels and shrimp; cover again until shrimp is pink and mussels are opened—another 5 to 7 minutes.
Discard any unopened shells, season with salt and pepper, stir in parsley, then serve with toasted Italian bread.

Nutrition

Serving Size: Approximately 1 bowl (300g)
Calories: 290
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 1050mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 20g
Cholesterol: 150mg