Here’s a delicious recipe for seafood soup:
Ingredients:
- Mixed seafood (such as shrimp, mussels, clams, and fish): 1 pound, cleaned and cut into bite-sized pieces
- Fish or seafood stock: 4 cups (or vegetable/chicken broth)
- Onion: 1 medium, chopped
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Carrots: 1-2, diced
- Celery: 1 stalk, diced
- Tomatoes: 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (or 2 fresh tomatoes, chopped)
- Bay leaf: 1
- Thyme: 1 teaspoon (dried) or a few sprigs (fresh)
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- Salt and pepper: to taste
- Fresh parsley or cilantro: for garnish
- Lemon juice: from 1 lemon (optional)
Instructions:
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Sauté vegetables: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
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Add tomatoes and broth: Stir in the diced tomatoes, bay leaf, thyme, salt, and pepper. Pour in the stock and bring to a boil.
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Simmer: Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer for about 15-20 minutes to let the flavors meld.
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Add seafood: Gently add the mixed seafood to the pot. Simmer for another 5-7 minutes, or until the seafood is cooked through and opaque.
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Finish and serve: Remove the bay leaf. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Stir in lemon juice if desired. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or cilantro.
Enjoy your hearty and flavorful seafood soup!
