Steller's Sea Lion Stew

Steller's Sea Lion Stew is a traditional dish from the Commander Islands, known for its rich flavors and hearty ingredients.

Steller's Sea Lion Stew

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs Steller's sea lion meat, cubed
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 carrots, sliced
  • 4 potatoes, diced
  • 2 cups fish or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup red wine
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, brown the sea lion meat over medium heat.
  2. Add the onions, carrots, and potatoes to the pot and cook for 5 minutes.
  3. Pour in the broth and red wine, then add the bay leaves, salt, and pepper.
  4. Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  5. Once the stew is thick and the meat is tender, remove from heat and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
2 hours
Total time:
2 hours
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Fat
15g
Carbohydrates
30g

Supplies

Large pot Stirring spoon Knife Cutting board

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the Steller's Sea Lion Stew with crusty bread or over a bed of rice for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a richer flavor, marinate the sea lion meat in red wine and herbs for a few hours before cooking.

Cost

$30