Corfu Style Garlicky Fish Stew Recipe

Name: Corfu Style Garlicky Fish Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 2 medium onions, halved and thinly sliced; 8 -10 garlic cloves, to taste, chopped; 6 -8 medium red potatoes, to taste, peeled and cut into large cubes; salt, to taste; black pepper, freshly ground, to taste; 2 12-3 lbs white-fleshed fish, cleaned and gutted (grey mullet & whiting good choices); 1 lemon, juice of; 3 tablespoons parsley, chopped fresh flat leaf, for garnish

Servings: persons

1
Heat the butter and 1 tablespoon of the olive oil together in a large stewing pot or Dutch oven.
2
Add the onions and garlic and cook over medium low heat, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes.
3
Add the potatoes, season with salt and pepper and cook, stirring gently, until the potatoes are about half cooked, 10 to 12 minutes.
4
Place the fish in the pot over the potatoes, drizzle with the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and add enough water just to cover the fish.
5
Season with salt and pepper.
6
Place the lid partially over the pot and simmer over medium low heat until the fish is flaky and the liquid almost gone, about 20 minutes.
7
Adjust the seasoning, pour in the lemon juice and garnish with chopped parsley.
8
Serve hot.

590

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

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.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 2 medium onions, halved and thinly sliced, 8 -10 garlic cloves, to taste, chopped, and more.

Yes, Corfu Style Garlicky Fish Stew 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.

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Corfu Style Garlicky Fish Stew

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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