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Caldeirada de Peixe

A rustic Portuguese fish stew layered with potatoes, onions, and aromatic seafood in a tomato-wine broth. Hearty, warming, and ready in under an hour.

Total time
50 min
Servings
4
Calories
385
Protein
38g
Caldeirada de Peixe
portugueseseafoodstewcomfort foodone-pot

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Slice potatoes into quarter-inch rounds.

  2. Step 2

    Slice onions into half-inch rings.

  3. Step 3

    Mince garlic and chop parsley.

  4. Step 4

    Cut fish into two-inch chunks, removing any bones.

  5. Step 5

    Heat olive oil in large pot over medium heat.

  6. Step 6

    Add minced garlic, cook until fragrant.

  7. Step 7

    Add sliced onions, stir and cook until softened.

  8. Step 8

    Layer half the potato slices on top of onions.

  9. Step 9

    Pour crushed tomatoes and wine over potatoes.

  10. Step 10

    Add bay leaf, salt, and pepper to taste.

  11. Step 11

    Bring to boil, then reduce heat to medium-low.

  12. Step 12

    Layer remaining potato slices on top.

  13. Step 13

    Cover pot with lid, simmer fifteen minutes.

  14. Step 14

    Arrange fish chunks on top of potatoes.

  15. Step 15

    Cover again, simmer until fish is opaque.

  16. Step 16

    Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.

  17. Step 17

    Sprinkle fresh parsley on top before serving.

Tools you’ll need

  • large heavy-bottomed pot with lid
  • wooden spoon
  • sharp chef's knife
  • cutting board
  • measuring cups
  • ladle

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