Brodetto Di Pesce Del Lago Di Como (como Lake Fish Stew)
Brodetto di Pesce del Lago di Como, or Como Lake Fish Stew, is a traditional dish from the Lombardy region of Italy. This hearty and flavorful stew is made with a variety of fresh fish and seafood, simmered in a rich tomato broth. It's a perfect dish to enjoy by the beautiful Lake Como.
Ingredients
- 500g mixed fresh fish (such as perch, trout, or pike), cleaned and cut into chunks
- 300g mixed seafood (such as shrimp, mussels, and clams), cleaned
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 can (400g) crushed tomatoes
- 500ml fish or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced bell pepper. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
- Add the crushed tomatoes, fish or vegetable broth, and dried oregano to the pot. Season with salt and pepper. Bring the broth to a simmer.
- Gently add the mixed fish and seafood to the simmering broth. Cover the pot and let the stew cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and the seafood has opened.
- Once the fish and seafood are cooked, taste the broth and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve the brodetto di pesce hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 40 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Large pot Wooden spoon Knife Cutting board
Tools
Serving bowls Soup ladle
Serving suggestions
Serve the brodetto di pesce with crusty Italian bread for dipping into the flavorful broth.
Tips & tricks
For the best flavor, use the freshest fish and seafood available, preferably from Lake Como or the surrounding area.
Cost
$25