Follow these steps for perfect results
sea salt
freshly ground black pepper
ground cumin
optional
red snapper
whole
extra-virgin olive oil
shrimp
peeled, deveined and cut into 2- to 3-inch pieces
calamari
cut into thin rings
shallots
chopped
baking potatoes
peeled and diced
carrots
peeled and diced
celery
diced
fresh cilantro
chopped
fresh basil
chopped
fresh dill
chopped
fresh oregano
chopped
low-sodium chicken stock
bay leaves
fresh sage leaf
plum tomatoes
chopped
lemon
juiced
fresh parsley
chopped, for garnish
Combine salt, pepper, and cumin (if using) in a bowl.
Sprinkle 1/3 of the seasoning over the snapper.
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Saute snapper until golden brown, 3-4 minutes per side.
Transfer snapper to a paper towel-lined platter.
Add shrimp and calamari to the pot, cook 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Transfer shrimp and calamari to the platter.
Add shallots to the pot, cook until soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
Add potatoes, carrots, and celery, cook for 5 minutes more, stirring occasionally.
Stir in cilantro, basil, dill, and oregano; cook until fragrant, about 3 minutes.
Pour in stock or water and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat, add bay leaves, cover, and simmer until vegetables are soft and the stock thickens slightly, 15-20 minutes.
Debone the fish and add it, along with the reserved shrimp and calamari, sage leaf and tomatoes, to the pot.
Cook for 5 minutes more.
Turn off the heat, remove the sage leaf and bay leaves.
Stir in the lemon juice.
Spoon into soup bowls and garnish with parsley.
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.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Soup can be made a day ahead.
Serve in a rustic bowl, garnished with fresh parsley and a lemon wedge.
Serve with crusty bread.
Serve with a side salad.
Such as Sauvignon Blanc
Discover the story behind this recipe
Seafood soups are a common dish in coastal Mediterranean cultures.
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