Cioppino with Parsley and Olive Gremolata

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Cioppino with Parsley and Olive Gremolata

Cioppino is a satisfying seafood stew containing a collection of clams, mussels, white fish and shrimp in a tomato-fennel broth. Full of flavor and texture, this hearty stew is perfect for Sunday supper or a special holiday meal.

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For the Parsley-Olive Gremolata (Optional)

  • 1/2 bunch parsley, about 2 ounces, roughly chopped
  • The zest from one orange
  • 1/2 cup mixed olives, pitted
  • 1 clove garlic, peeled and roughly chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

For the Cioppino

  • 1 pound clams, scrubbed well
  • 1 pound mussels, debearded and scrubbed well
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 large onion, cut into ½-inch dice (about 2 cups)
  • 1 large fennel bulb, cut into ½-inch dice (about 2 cups)
  • kosher salt, to taste
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 1 12 ounce jar roasted red peppers, drained and roughly chopped
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme
  • 1 ¼ cup dry white wine
  • 1 28 ounce can whole tomatoes
  • 1 ¼ cup seafood stock
  • 1 pound skinless firm white fish, such as halibut or cod, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • Grilled sourdough bread for serving, optional
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Instructions

Make the Parsley-Olive Gremolata:

  1. Make the gremolata: Place chopped parsley, orange zest, olives, garlic, salt and red pepper flakes (if using) in a food processor and pulse a few times to combine. Scrape down the sides of the food processor and add olive oil. Process until a uniformly chunky texture is achieved.
  2. Let the gremolata rest: Allow gremolata to sit at room temperature while you prepare the cioppino, to allow the flavors to fully bloom.

Make the Cioppino:

  1. Steam the shellfish: Prepare a stockpot with a steamer basket insert large enough to hold the clams and mussels. Bring 2 cups of water to boil in the stockpot, reduce heat to a simmer and steam mussels and clams under a lid until they just open, 5-8 minutes. Remove pot from heat and place all opened mussels and clams in a large bowl. Discard any mussels or clams that don’t open. Reserve the steaming liquid, about 2 cups.
  2. Saute the aromatics: In a large dutch oven or 8-quart stockpot, heat olive oil over medium until the surface just begins to shimmer. Add chopped onion, fennel and a hearty pinch of salt and saute until onion is softened and translucent, about 8-10 minutes. Add minced garlic, roasted red peppers, dried oregano and dried thyme. Saute until garlic is very fragrant and most of the liquid from the vegetables has evaporated.
  3. Deglaze the pot: When the red pepper mixture begins to look dry and sticky, add white wine. Use a wooden spoon to scrape up any vegetable bits clinging to the bottom of the pot. Bring mixture to a boil and simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Finish the soup base: Crush whole tomatoes roughly in your hands and add them to the white wine mixture along with any collected juices in the can, seafood stock and reserved steaming liquid. Allow mixture to simmer for 20 minutes uncovered. Taste and add salt as needed.
  5. Cook the fish and shrimp: Add whitefish and shrimp to the pot and bring to a simmer. Cover the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and shrimp are curled and pink.
  6. Finish the soup: Remove pot from heat and stir in mussels and clams. Taste and add salt as needed. Serve immediately, topped with a big spoonful of the parsley-olive gremolata.

Notes

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  • Gremolata optional: The parsley orange gremolata is a special touch from me, but its totally optional and the cioppino is still delicious without it. 
  • Use the freshest seafood available: If you have a stockpile of fresh crab add it! Lobster? Why not? This is a catch of the day kind of stew! 
  • Switch up the fish: This recipe calls for cod or halibut but you can use any firm white fish. 
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Nutrition Information

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Calories 243.4kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 11g (4%) Protein 20.3g (41%) Fat 11.1g (17%) Saturated Fat 1.6g (8%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g Monounsaturated Fat 7.1g Trans Fat 0.01g Cholesterol 85.2mg (28%) Sodium 1268.4mg (53%) Potassium 721.7mg (21%) Fiber 2.8g (11%) Sugar 3.7g (7%) Vitamin A 1008.1IU (20%) Vitamin C 37.1mg (41%) Calcium 128.4mg (13%) Iron 3.5mg (19%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 10Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 2434 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 243.4kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 11g 4%
Protein 20.3g 41%
Fat 11.1g 17%
Saturated Fat 1.6g 8%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g 9%
Monounsaturated Fat 7.1g 36%
Trans Fat 0.01g 1%
Cholesterol 85.2mg 28%
Sodium 1268.4mg 53%
Potassium 721.7mg 15%
Fiber 2.8g 11%
Sugar 3.7g 7%
Vitamin A 1008.1IU 20%
Vitamin C 37.1mg 41%
Calcium 128.4mg 13%
Iron 3.5mg 19%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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