Rustic Seafood Stew (Shrimp, Mussels & Clams)

Ingredients (Serves 3–4)

Seafood:

• 200 g shrimp (peeled & deveined)
• 300 g mussels (cleaned)
• 300 g clams (cleaned)
• 200 g white fish (cut into chunks)

Base:

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 small onion (chopped)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 carrot (diced)
• 1 celery stalk (diced)

Broth:

• 400 g canned tomatoes (crushed)
• 500 ml seafood or chicken stock
• 100 ml white wine
• 1 tbsp tomato paste

Seasoning:

• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)
• Salt & black pepper
• 1 tsp dried oregano or thyme

Finish:

• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• Fresh parsley
• Lemon wedges

Instructions

1. Build the base

• Heat olive oil in a large pot
• Add onion, carrot, celery
• Cook until softened (5–6 minutes)
• Add garlic → sauté briefly

2. Make the broth

• Stir in tomato paste
• Add crushed tomatoes, stock, and white wine
• Season with paprika, chili flakes, herbs, salt & pepper
• Simmer for 10–15 minutes

3. Cook the seafood

• Add fish chunks → cook 3 minutes
• Add shrimp → cook 2 minutes
• Add mussels and clams
• Cover and cook until shells open (5–6 minutes)

👉 Discard any unopened shells

4. Finish

• Add lemon juice
• Taste and adjust seasoning

5. Serve

• Ladle into bowls
• Garnish with fresh parsley
• Serve with crusty bread

Tips for Best Flavor

• Use fresh seafood → sweeter broth
• Don’t overcook → seafood stays tender
• Wine adds depth (worth it)
• Let stew rest 5 minutes before serving

Flavor Profile

• Rich, slightly tangy tomato broth
• Sweet ocean flavors from shellfish
• Light herbal freshness
• Warm, comforting and bold