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Italian Seafood Soup

Italian Seafood Soup

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  • Author: Maria
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A rustic Italian seafood soup featuring shrimp, mussels, white fish, and calamari simmered in a rich tomato and seafood stock broth with garlic, oregano, and a touch of red pepper heat.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 1 pound fresh mussels, cleaned
  • 1 pound white fish fillets, cut into chunks
  • 8 ounces raw calamari rings
  • 2 cups crushed tomatoes
  • 3 cups seafood stock
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add diced onion and sauté until softened, about 4 to 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  4. Add crushed tomatoes, seafood stock, red pepper flakes, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
  5. Add white fish chunks and calamari rings. Simmer gently for 3 to 4 minutes.
  6. Add shrimp and cleaned mussels. Cover and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until shrimp turn pink and mussels open.
  7. Discard any mussels that do not open.
  8. Stir in chopped fresh parsley.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  10. Ladle into bowls and serve hot.

Notes

  • Do not overcook seafood to keep it tender.
  • Discard any mussels that remain closed after cooking.
  • Prepare the tomato broth ahead of time and add seafood just before serving.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheat gently.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 340
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 42g
  • Cholesterol: 165mg