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Caldou: Senegalese Seafood Stew

A vibrant, broth-based seafood stew from Senegal, built on sweet potato, tomato, and fish in one pan. Bright, savory, and ready in under 20 minutes.

Total time
18 min
Servings
4
Calories
285
Protein
34g
Caldou: Senegalese Seafood Stew
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add onion and chili; sauté 2 minutes until fragrant.

  2. Step 2

    Add sweet potato cubes and stir for 1 minute, coating with oil.

  3. Step 3

    Pour in tomatoes and broth. Bring to a simmer, then cook 6 minutes until sweet potato is nearly tender.

  4. Step 4

    Nestle fish fillets into the liquid. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer 4–5 minutes until fish is opaque and flakes easily.

  5. Step 5

    Taste and adjust salt and heat. Serve hot in bowls with the broth spooned over.

Tools you’ll need

  • large skillet (12-inch)
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • wooden spoon or spatula

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