Coastal Cork Seafood Stew
A vibrant stew simmered with fresh local catch, potatoes, and herbs from Ireland's southern coast. This irish-inspired seafood ready in about 35 minutes pairs olive oil, medium, diced onion, minced garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, 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
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 2 medium, diced carrot
- 2 medium, diced potato
- 1 cup fish stock
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 1 tbsp, fresh leaves thyme
- 1/2 tsp dried parsley
- 1 lb mixed shrimp, mussels, and scallops seafood
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 medium diced onion and 2 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 3 minutes until fragrant and softened.
- Step 2: Stir in 2 diced medium carrots and 2 diced medium potatoes, cooking for 5 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
- Step 3: Pour in 1 cup fish stock and 1/2 cup white wine, then add 1 tbsp fresh thyme and 1/2 tsp dried parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Step 4: Add 1 lb mixed seafood, cover, and cook for 6 minutes until mussels open and seafood is opaque.
- Step 5: Discard any unopened mussels. Stir in 2 tbsp fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Coastal Cork Seafood Stew take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (20 min prep + 15 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 Coastal Cork Seafood 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 olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Coastal Cork Seafood 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 Coastal Cork Seafood Stew for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Coastal Cork Seafood Stew?
Irish 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
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
