Provençal Fish Stew with Saffron

Name: Provençal Fish Stew with Saffron
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs mixed white fish; 1 medium, finely diced onion; 2 cloves, minced garlic; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 cup dry white wine; 4 cups fish stock; 1/2 cup diced tomatoes; 1/2 tsp saffron threads; 1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

A fragrant stew of mixed white fish simmered in a saffron-infused broth, finished with fresh herbs. Perfect for a light yet satisfying meal.

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Category: Seafood

Prep: 20 minutes. Cook: 20 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

1.5 lbs mixed white fish
1 medium, finely diced onion
2 cloves, minced garlic
1/4 cup olive oil
1 cup dry white wine
4 cups fish stock
1/2 cup diced tomatoes
1/2 tsp saffron threads
1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Step 1: Heat 1/4 cup olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 medium finely diced onion and 2 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 3 minutes until soft and fragrant.
Step 2: Add 1.5 lbs mixed white fish pieces (cut into 1-inch pieces) and cook for 2 minutes, turning once, until lightly browned on the surface.
Step 3: Pour in 1 cup dry white wine and 4 cups fish stock, then add 1/2 cup diced tomatoes and 1/2 tsp saffron threads. Bring to a simmer and cook uncovered for 15 minutes.
Step 4: Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, then stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley. Cook for 2 more minutes until the fish is opaque and flakes easily.