Cisco Kid River Fish Stew
A savory seafood stew with wild-caught fish and river-inspired vegetables, featuring a touch of dill and lemon for a fresh finish. This seafood-inspired seafood ready in about 40 minutes pairs wild-caught salmon fillets, fingerling potatoes, medium, thinly sliced fennel bulb for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 8 oz wild-caught salmon fillets
- 10 oz fingerling potatoes
- 1 medium, thinly sliced fennel bulb
- 2 tbsp finely chopped fennel fronds
- 1, zested and juiced lemon
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 2 cups fish stock
- 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh dill
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat 8 oz salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season with 1/4 tsp sea salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat until shimmering, then sear salmon for 2 minutes per side until golden—remove and set aside.
- Step 2: Add 10 oz diced fingerling potatoes and 1 medium thinly sliced fennel bulb to the pot. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until potatoes begin to soften.
- Step 3: Pour in 1/2 cup dry white wine and 2 cups fish stock, bring to a gentle simmer, and cook for 10 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Step 4: Stir in 1 tbsp fresh dill, 1 tsp lemon zest, and 1 tbsp lemon juice. Return salmon to the pot, simmer gently for 4 minutes until fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Cisco Kid River Fish Stew take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (20 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Cisco Kid River Fish Stew?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep wild-caught salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Cisco Kid River Fish Stew?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Cisco Kid River Fish Stew for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Cisco Kid River Fish Stew?
Seafood seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★☆☆
Average. The concept is good but execution needs work on seasoning.
