Nora'S Seafood A La Vodka Recipe

Name: Nora'S Seafood A La Vodka
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Vodka Sauce; 1 28 ounce can of good quality sauce tomatoes; trimmings from a head of fennel; 2 whole, peeled cloves of garlic; 1 tablespoon honey; salt and pepper to taste; 1 tablespoon white balsamic or other white vinegar; 1/2 cup Vodka; 1/2 cup cream; Ham fat or bacon fat (optional); Olive oil; 1/2 cup diced fennel; 4 cloves of roasted garlic; 1/2 cup diced, peeled turnip, which has been simmered until tender in cream or half and half; Optional, slivers of country ham, crumbled bacon, or sausage; Seafood; I used peeled deveined shrimp and shucked oysters.; You could use scallops or fish cut into chunks.; I sauteed the shrimp in butter and poached the oysters in a little of their own liquid and a splash of white wine. I cooked them separately to be sure they did not overcook in the hot sauce.; Cook the seafood you choose so that it is ready to add to the sauce when it is time to serve.

Servings: persons

Vodka Sauce
1 28 ounce can of good quality sauce tomatoes
trimmings from a head of fennel
2 whole, peeled cloves of garlic
1 tablespoon honey
salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon white balsamic or other white vinegar
1/2 cup Vodka
1/2 cup cream
Ham fat or bacon fat (optional)
Olive oil
1/2 cup diced fennel
4 cloves of roasted garlic
1/2 cup diced, peeled turnip, which has been simmered until tender in cream or half and half
Optional, slivers of country ham, crumbled bacon, or sausage
Seafood
I used peeled deveined shrimp and shucked oysters.
You could use scallops or fish cut into chunks.
I sauteed the shrimp in butter and poached the oysters in a little of their own liquid and a splash of white wine. I cooked them separately to be sure they did not overcook in the hot sauce.
Cook the seafood you choose so that it is ready to add to the sauce when it is time to serve.

1
Add the fennel trimmings and garlic to the tomatoes in a generously sized pot and simmer until the tomatoes begin to break down into a sauce. Add the honey and vinegar, salt and pepper, and simmer another 10-15 minutes.
2
Take the tomato sauce off the heat, cover and let it sit until you are ready to proceed.
3
Strain the sauce through a fine sieve and press to get the liquid out. Pour up to a cup of water or stock over the residue in the sieve and press again. You should have a smooth sauce. Taste and adjust seasonings.
4
In the pot you made the sauce in, saute the fennel in the ham or bacon fat and/or olive oil, until tender. Stir in the roasted garlic. Pour the tomato sauce back into the pot.
5
Add the Vodka. Bring to a simmer and simmer for 10 minutes. Stir in the cooked turnip and any of the meats you might be using. Remove from heat, cover, and let sit until ready to proceed.
6
Just before serving, add the cream to the sauce. Warm it to serving temperature, but do not let it boil.
7
For appearance, I stirred the oysters into the sauce, served the stew into bowls and topped it with the shrimp. I sprinkled with parsley and served it with crusty bread. You could serve over pasta, a crouton, rice, etc.
8
I started my sauce the night before the dinner and it was delicious. However, Vodka sauce and also be quick and easy. The seafood makes it special, and it makes the seafood special.

237

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Vodka Sauce, 1 28 ounce can of good quality sauce tomatoes, trimmings from a head of fennel, 2 whole, peeled cloves of garlic, and more.

Yes, Nora'S Seafood A La Vodka 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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Nora'S Seafood A La Vodka

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