Google Docs' Seafood Stew
A clear, aromatic stew featuring fresh seafood and vegetables, inspired by the crisp clarity of a perfectly translated document. This mediterranean-inspired seafood (mediterranean) ready in about 50 minutes pairs olive oil, large, diced onion, minced garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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 large, diced onion
- 4 cloves, minced garlic
- 2, diced carrots
- 2 stalks, diced celery
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups fish stock
- 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium, diced zucchini
- 1 lb, cut into 1-inch pieces sea bass fillets
- 1/2 lb, peeled and deveined shrimp
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley
- 1, sliced lemon
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 large diced onion, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 diced carrots, and 2 diced celery stalks, and cook for 8 minutes until softened.
- Step 2: Add 1/2 cup white wine and simmer for 3 minutes until reduced by half. Stir in 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes and 2 cups fish stock, then bring to a simmer.
- Step 3: Add 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes and 1 medium diced zucchini, and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Step 4: Add 1 lb sea bass pieces and 1/2 lb shrimp, and cook for 5-7 minutes until fish is opaque and shrimp are pink.
- Step 5: Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, season with salt and black pepper to taste, and serve with lemon slices.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Google Docs' Seafood Stew take to make?
Total time is about 50 minutes (20 min prep + 30 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 Google Docs' 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 Google Docs' 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 Google Docs' 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 Google Docs' Seafood Stew?
Mediterranean 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.
- ★★★☆☆
It was fine. Came out a bit bland for my taste.
