Caldo De Mariscos (santiago's Seafood Soup)
Caldo de Mariscos, also known as Santiago's Seafood Soup, is a traditional dish from Galician cuisine that features a rich and flavorful broth packed with a variety of fresh seafood. This hearty soup is perfect for warming up on a chilly day and is sure to impress your guests with its delicious taste.
Ingredients
- 1 lb clams
- 1 lb mussels
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 lb firm white fish (such as cod or halibut), cut into chunks
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 6 cups fish or seafood broth
- 1/4 cup white wine
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and bell peppers. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes and paprika. Cook for another 2 minutes.
- Pour in the white wine and cook for 2 minutes to allow the alcohol to evaporate.
- Add the fish or seafood broth to the pot and bring to a simmer.
- Add the clams, mussels, shrimp, and chunks of fish to the pot. Cover and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the clams and mussels have opened and the seafood is cooked through.
- Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the Caldo de Mariscos hot, garnished with 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
- 300 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Protein
- 25g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Large pot Cutting board Knife Wooden spoon Ladle
Tools
Soup bowls Soup spoons
Serving suggestions
Serve the Caldo de Mariscos with crusty bread for dipping into the flavorful broth.
Tips & tricks
For the best flavor, use the freshest seafood available and adjust the cooking time based on the size and type of seafood used.
Cost
$30