Ligurian Fish Stew Recipe

Name: Ligurian Fish Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling; 1 medium carrot, peeled and chopped into 1/2-inch pieces; 1 onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, chopped; Kosher salt; 3/4 cup white wine, such as Pinot Grigio; 1 (28-ounce) can crushed or pureed Italian tomatoes (recommended: San Marzano); 1 cup water; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, plus extra for garnish; 1 1/2 pounds whitefish fillets, halibut, cod or arctic char, skinned and cut into 3/4-inch chunks; 1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley; 1 (1-pound) loaf ciabatta or rustic bread, trimmed and cut into 3/4-inch thick slices; Olive oil, for drizzling, plus 3 tablespoons; 1 garlic clove, halved

Servings: persons

1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
1 medium carrot, peeled and chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
Kosher salt
3/4 cup white wine, such as Pinot Grigio
1 (28-ounce) can crushed or pureed Italian tomatoes (recommended: San Marzano)
1 cup water
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, plus extra for garnish
1 1/2 pounds whitefish fillets, halibut, cod or arctic char, skinned and cut into 3/4-inch chunks
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 (1-pound) loaf ciabatta or rustic bread, trimmed and cut into 3/4-inch thick slices
Olive oil, for drizzling, plus 3 tablespoons
1 garlic clove, halved

1
For the stew: In a 6-quart, heavy bottomed stock pot or Dutch oven, heat 1/3 cup of oil over medium-high heat.
2
Add the carrot, onion, and garlic.
3
Season with salt and cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables begin to soften, about 5 to 8 minutes.
4
Turn the heat to high.
5
Add the wine and scrape up the brown bits that cling to the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon.
6
Cook until most of the liquid has evaporated, about 5 minutes.
7
Add the tomatoes, water and red pepper flakes.
8
Reduce the heat and bring the mixture to a simmer.
9
Cover and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 18 to 20 minutes.
10
Season the fish with salt and add to the stew.
11
Cook, stirring occasionally, until cooked through, about 5 to 8 minutes.
12
Season the stew with salt, if needed.
13
For the Crostini: Put an oven rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
14
Arrange the bread slices in a single layer on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
15
Bake until light golden, about 12 minutes.
16
Cool for 2 minutes.
17
Rub the warm toasts with the cut side of the garlic.
18
Ladle the stew into serving bowls and garnish with parsley.
19
Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle a few red pepper flakes on top.
20
Serve with the crostini.

245

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling, 1 medium carrot, peeled and chopped into 1/2-inch pieces, 1 onion, chopped, 2 cloves garlic, chopped, and more.

Yes, Ligurian 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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Ligurian Fish Stew

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Variations & substitutions

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