Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 tbsp

sea salt

1.5 tsp

freshly ground black pepper

1.5 tsp

ground cumin

optional

1 unit

red snapper

whole

1 cup

extra-virgin olive oil

10 unit

shrimp

peeled, deveined and cut into 2- to 3-inch pieces

8 unit

calamari

cut into thin rings

3 unit

shallots

chopped

2 unit

baking potatoes

peeled and diced

2 unit

carrots

peeled and diced

2 stalk

celery

diced

0.5 cup

fresh cilantro

chopped

0.5 cup

fresh basil

chopped

1 tbsp

fresh dill

chopped

1 tbsp

fresh oregano

chopped

4 l

low-sodium chicken stock

3 unit

bay leaves

1 unit

fresh sage leaf

4 unit

plum tomatoes

chopped

1 unit

lemon

juiced

2 tbsp

fresh parsley

chopped, for garnish

Step 1
~4 min

Combine salt, pepper, and cumin (if using) in a bowl.

Step 2
~4 min

Sprinkle 1/3 of the seasoning over the snapper.

Step 3
~4 min

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 4
~4 min

Saute snapper until golden brown, 3-4 minutes per side.

Step 5
~4 min

Transfer snapper to a paper towel-lined platter.

Step 6
~4 min

Add shrimp and calamari to the pot, cook 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7
~4 min

Transfer shrimp and calamari to the platter.

Step 8
~4 min

Add shallots to the pot, cook until soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes.

Step 9
~4 min

Add potatoes, carrots, and celery, cook for 5 minutes more, stirring occasionally.

Step 10
~4 min

Stir in cilantro, basil, dill, and oregano; cook until fragrant, about 3 minutes.

Step 11
~4 min

Pour in stock or water and bring to a boil.

Step 12
~4 min

Reduce heat, add bay leaves, cover, and simmer until vegetables are soft and the stock thickens slightly, 15-20 minutes.

Step 13
~4 min

Debone the fish and add it, along with the reserved shrimp and calamari, sage leaf and tomatoes, to the pot.

Step 14
~4 min

Cook for 5 minutes more.

Step 15
~4 min

Turn off the heat, remove the sage leaf and bay leaves.

Step 16
~4 min

Stir in the lemon juice.

Step 17
~4 min

Spoon into soup bowls and garnish with parsley.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a splash of white wine for extra depth of flavor.

Use fish stock for a richer seafood taste.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Soup can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crusty bread.

Serve with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Lemon-herb roasted potatoes
Garlic bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Seafood soups are a common dish in coastal Mediterranean cultures.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas Eve
Family Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Comfort food
Special occasion

Popularity Score

75/100

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