Description
This Portuguese fish stew (Caldeirada de Peixe) is a flavorful Mediterranean dish made with tender fish, shrimp, potatoes, and vegetables simmered in a rich saffron-infused broth. Perfect served with crusty bread.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 1 large red bell pepper, sliced
- 2 large garlic cloves, chopped
- ¼ teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1–2 tablespoons fresh cilantro stems, chopped
- 1 cup (250 ml) dry white wine
- 1 pinch saffron
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 can (14 oz / 400 g) cherry tomatoes
- 12 oz (350 g) potatoes, cubed
- 2 cups (500 ml) fish stock
- ½ lb (225 g) shrimp
- 1 lb (450 g) white fish (cod or haddock)
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot and sauté onion and red bell pepper for 4–5 minutes until softened.
- Add garlic, chili flakes, and cilantro stems. Cook for 1–2 minutes.
- Pour in white wine, saffron, and bay leaves. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until reduced by half.
- Add cherry tomatoes and break them down with a spoon. Stir in potatoes and fish stock.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Add shrimp and fish, gently submerging them in the broth.
- Cover and cook for 5–7 minutes until seafood is cooked through.
- Adjust seasoning, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve hot with crusty bread.
Notes
- Use fresh seafood for the best flavor.
- Serve with rustic bread to soak up the broth.
- You can mix different seafood like mussels or clams.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish, Stew
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Portuguese