Exquisite Seafood Stew

Delight in this luxurious seafood stew, brimming with a harmonious blend of flavors and textures. Succulent sea bass, plump shrimp, and tender mussels mingle with savory chorizo, aromatic fennel, and a fragrant hint of orange zest in a rich, flavorful broth. Perfect for a special occasion or to elevate any dining experience.

Ingredients

Ingredients for Exquisite Seafood Stew
2	tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1	lb chorizo sausage
2	fennel bulbs, thinly sliced crosswise, fronds reserved
1	large onion, sliced
4	chicken stock
1	(28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1	orange zest of
2	sea bass, cut into 2-inch pieces
2	shrimp, peeled and deveined
2	mussels, scrubbed and debearded

Instructions

• Preparation of Seafood Stew

  1. Heat extra virgin olive oil in a large Dutch oven.
  2. Add chorizo sausage and cook, turning occasionally, until browned, approximately 8 minutes.
  3. Remove the sausage, cut it into 1-inch pieces, and set aside.
  4. Add thinly sliced fennel bulbs and sliced onions to the Dutch oven. Cook until tender, about 8-10 minutes.
  5. Return the sausage to the pan, then pour in the chicken stock, crushed tomatoes, and orange zest. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  6. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
  7. Gently stir in the sea bass, cover the pot, and cook for 3 minutes.
  8. Add the shrimp and mussels, cover, and continue cooking until the shrimp is pink and the mussels have opened, approximately 5 minutes.
  9. Discard any mussels that do not open.
  10. Serve the stew hot, garnished with reserved fennel fronds.

Aug 07, 2024