A Very Fishy Irish Stew Recipe

Name: A Very Fishy Irish Stew Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 680 gm White cod, (or possibly hard white fish); 2 dsp lemon juice; 1 tsp Black peppercorns, grnd; 1 dsp oil; 30 gm Butter or possibly polyunsaturated fat; 1 sm Bunc spring onions, cut into strips; 2 x Leeks, cut into chunks; 425 ml Lowfat milk; 1 x Bayleaves, up to 2; 2 x Carrots; 115 gm White beans, canned; 70 ml Cream, (optional); 2 dsp parsley, finely minced

Servings: persons

680 gm White cod, (or possibly hard white fish)
2 dsp lemon juice
1 tsp Black peppercorns, grnd
1 dsp oil
30 gm Butter or possibly polyunsaturated fat
1 sm Bunc spring onions, cut into strips
2 x Leeks, cut into chunks
425 ml Lowfat milk
1 x Bayleaves, up to 2
2 x Carrots
115 gm White beans, canned
70 ml Cream, (optional)
2 dsp parsley, finely minced

1
Sprinkle the fish pcs with lemon juice and black pepper and leave to sit for several min.
2
In a large pan heat the oil and butter then lightly cook the spring onion and pcs of leek.
3
Add in the fish pcs.
4
Toss lightly for several min then add in the lowfat milk, bayleaf, carrots and beans.
5
Poach gently for 10-12 min till the fish is tender, but do not overcook.
6
Just before serving remove the bayleaf, add in cream if you like, garnish with parsley and serve.
7
Be careful with this dish not to stir the fish otherwise it will break down and spoil the appearance.
8
Serve warm.
9
NB: this dish can be made with any white fish but do be careful when buying it to choose hard, thick fleshed fish as this will cook better and not fall apart.
10
Monkfish tails work a treat.

9783

kcal

Calories

671

Fat

747

Carbs

301

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 680 gm White cod, (or possibly hard white fish), 2 dsp lemon juice, 1 tsp Black peppercorns, grnd, 1 dsp oil, and more.

Yes, A Very Fishy Irish Stew Recipe falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!