Down East Fisherman's Stew Recipe

Name: Down East Fisherman's Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 12 lbs lobsters (cooked and picked); 1 12 lbs haddock; 1 ½ cups water; 4 tablespoons butter; 1 large onion (sliced); 2 slices bacon (diced and fried); 4 cups cubed raw potatoes; 2 teaspoons salt; ⅛ teaspoon pepper; 4 cups whole milk (part half and half)

Servings: persons

1
Cook the lobster about 18 minutes and put on platter to cool and collect the lobster juice; save.
2
Dice and fry the bacon and set aside; saving grease.
3
Slice the onions and put in pan with the bacon grease and the butter; cook till almost done; add the water part of which is the reserved lobster liquid.
4
Lay the haddock on top of the onion; cover and steam till haddock is done.
5
Add the diced potatoes and steam till almost done.
6
Add the cut up lobster pieces.
7
Add the salt and pepper.
8
Stir carefully.
9
Add the milk; simmer BUT DO NOT BOIL for about 20 minutes.
10
Make the day before to mix flavors.

526

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: 1 12 lbs lobsters (cooked and picked), 1 12 lbs haddock, 1 ½ cups water, 4 tablespoons butter, and more.

Yes, Down East Fisherman's 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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Down East Fisherman's Stew

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