Lakefront Cioppino with Clams and White Wine
A hearty seafood stew featuring plump clams, shrimp, and a rich tomato-white wine sauce, inspired by Chicago's lakefront dining scene. This italian-inspired soups ready in about 35 minutes pairs cleaned clams, peeled and deveined shrimp, chopped tomatoes for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 240 calories and feeds 6, 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
- 1kg, cleaned clams
- 200g, peeled and deveined shrimp
- 400g, chopped tomatoes
- 200ml white wine
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 large, diced onion
- 1 tbsp dried basil
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large pot, heat 3 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 large diced onion and 4 minced garlic cloves; sauté for 3 minutes until softened.
- Step 2: Add 400g chopped tomatoes, 1 tsp salt, and 1 tbsp dried basil. Simmer for 10 minutes, then pour in 200ml white wine. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Step 3: Add 1kg clams, 200g shrimp, and 2 tbsp fresh parsley. Cook for 8-10 minutes until clams open and shrimp are opaque. Discard any unopened clams.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Lakefront Cioppino with Clams and White Wine take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 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 Lakefront Cioppino with Clams and White Wine?
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 cleaned clams from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Lakefront Cioppino with Clams and White Wine?
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 Lakefront Cioppino with Clams and White Wine for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Lakefront Cioppino with Clams and White Wine?
Italian soups 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.
