Seafood Bruschetta Stew Recipe

Name: Seafood Bruschetta Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 mussels, scrubbed; 400 g small clams (a little less than a pound); 2 teaspoons butter; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 shallot, chopped; 1 cup dry white wine; 1/2 cup heavy cream; 2 cups fish stock; 1/4 teaspoon saffron, ground or 1/2 teaspoon saffron thread; salt and pepper, to taste; 32 medium shrimp, shelled and deveined; 8 small squid, cleaned and chopped into rings; 1 red bell pepper, cut into small dice; 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped; 8 slices bread, coarse country style; 1 garlic clove, sliced in two; olive oil, for drizzling on the toast

Servings: persons

8 mussels, scrubbed
400 g small clams (a little less than a pound)
2 teaspoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 shallot, chopped
1 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 cups fish stock
1/4 teaspoon saffron, ground or 1/2 teaspoon saffron thread
salt and pepper, to taste
32 medium shrimp, shelled and deveined
8 small squid, cleaned and chopped into rings
1 red bell pepper, cut into small dice
1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
8 slices bread, coarse country style
1 garlic clove, sliced in two
olive oil, for drizzling on the toast

1
Steam open the mussels in a tablespoon of water, pluck out the meat, strain the liquor through a fine filter and discard the shells. Repeat the process for the clams.
2
In a large skillet melt the butter in the olive oil, add the shallot and saute until golden. Add the shellfish liquor, wine, cream, fish stock, saffron and salt and pepper to taste. Mix well, cook together, and reduce a few minutes.
3
Add the squid, mussels, clams, shrimp, bell pepper and parsley to the skillet, and cook for a few more minutes over medium-low, until the shrimp and squid are cooked through.
4
Meanwhile, toast the bread, rub it with the garlic, and drizzle with oil. Place two slices on each plate or shallow soup bowl and ladle the seafood stew over the toast.
5
Buon appetito!

841

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

157

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 mussels, scrubbed, 400 g small clams (a little less than a pound), 2 teaspoons butter, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and more.

Yes, Seafood Bruschetta 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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Seafood Bruschetta Stew

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Variations & substitutions

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