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Colombian Seafood Cazuela

A vibrant one-pan seafood stew loaded with shrimp, mussels, and white fish in a garlicky tomato broth spiked with coconut and lime. Ready in 20 minutes and absolutely TikTok-worthy.

Total time
22 min
Servings
4
Calories
312
Protein
42g
Colombian Seafood Cazuela
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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 heat until shimmering, about 90 seconds.

  2. Step 2

    Add minced garlic (3 cloves) and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, then add tomatoes, coconut milk, and fish stock.

  3. Step 3

    Bring to a simmer, then add white fish chunks and season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.

  4. Step 4

    Add shrimp and mussels, cover, and cook for 4 minutes until shrimp are opaque and mussels open.

  5. Step 5

    Discard any unopened mussels, then stir in lime juice and most of the cilantro.

  6. Step 6

    Divide among bowls and top with remaining cilantro. Serve immediately with lime wedges.

Tools you’ll need

  • Large skillet or shallow cazuela (12-inch)
  • Wooden spoon
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Microplane or box grater (for garlic, optional)

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