Marry Berry Fish Cioppino is made with olive oil, onions, celery, red pepper, garlic, white wine, chopped tomatoes, fish stock, cod, prawns, and mussels. This recipe creates a hearty and healthy Italian-style rustic fish stew. It takes about 35 minutes to prepare and serves 6.
Marry Berry Fish Cioppino Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 large onions, finely chopped
- 3 sticks celery, finely chopped
- 1 red pepper, deseeded and finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, finely grated
- ½ red chilli, deseeded and finely chopped
- 150ml (¼ pint) white wine
- 1 × 400g tin chopped tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato purée
- 300ml (½ pint) vegetable or fish stock
- 1 tbsp freshly chopped oregano
- 2 tsp freshly chopped thyme
- 250g (9oz) cod fillet, skinned and cut into 2cm (¾in) cubes
- 175g (6oz) raw shelled tiger prawns
- 250g (9oz) mussels, cleaned
- 2 tbsp freshly chopped parsley
How To Make Marry Berry Fish Cioppino
- Sauté the Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large, deep pan. Fry onions, celery, and red pepper for 8 minutes.
- Add Garlic and Chilli: Stir in garlic and chilli, cooking for 30 seconds.
- Deglaze with Wine: Pour in white wine and boil until reduced by half.
- Simmer Tomato Base: Add chopped tomatoes, tomato purée, stock, oregano, and thyme. Simmer for 10–15 minutes.
- Add Seafood: Mix in cod, prawns, and mussels. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Finish and Serve: Sprinkle with parsley, adjust seasoning, and serve hot with toasted sourdough.
Recipe Tips
- Use Fresh Seafood: The fresher the seafood, the more flavorful the dish.
- Make Base Ahead: The tomato base can be prepared up to 8 hours in advance.
- Freeze for Later: Tomato base freezes well without the seafood.
- Adjust Spice Level: Modify the amount of chilli based on preference.
- Perfect Bread Pairing: Serve with crusty bread to soak up the broth.
What To Serve With Fish Cioppino
This rustic seafood stew pairs wonderfully with toasted sourdough or crusty artisan bread. A side of lightly dressed green salad or grilled vegetables complements the rich flavors. A glass of dry white wine like Sauvignon Blanc enhances the experience.
How To Store Fish Cioppino
Refrigerate: Store leftovers in a sealed container for up to 2 days. Reheat gently over low heat.
Freeze: Only freeze the tomato base (without seafood) for up to 2 months. Add fresh seafood when reheating.
Fish Cioppino Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 250
- Total Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Sugar: 6g
- Protein: 27g
- Sodium: 620mg
FAQs
Can I use frozen seafood?
Yes, just thaw it completely before adding.
What if I don’t have white wine?
Substitute with extra stock or a splash of lemon juice.
Can I omit mussels?
Yes, replace them with more cod or prawns if desired.
Is it spicy?
It’s mildly spicy, but you can adjust the chilli to your liking.
Can I double the recipe?
Yes, just use a larger pot and adjust cook times slightly.
Marry Berry Fish Cioppino
Description
A bold, warming seafood stew with tomato, herbs, and a medley of fresh cod, prawns, and mussels simmered to perfection.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Heat oil, fry onion, celery, pepper for 8 mins.
- Add garlic and chilli, cook 30 seconds.
- Pour in wine, reduce by half.
- Stir in tomatoes, purée, stock, herbs; simmer 10–15 mins.
- Add seafood, cover, cook 5 mins.
- Sprinkle parsley, check seasoning, serve hot.
Notes
- Tomato base can be made ahead or frozen without seafood.
- Use fresh, cleaned seafood for best flavor.
- Avoid overcooking prawns and mussels to prevent toughness.
- Adjust chilli based on your spice tolerance.