Zuppa Di Frutti Di Mare Sammarinese (sammarinese Seafood Chowder)

Zuppa di Frutti di Mare Sammarinese, or Sammarinese Seafood Chowder, is a traditional dish from San Marino, a small country in the Apennine Mountains. This hearty and flavorful chowder is a perfect representation of the country's cuisine, which is influenced by both Italian and Mediterranean flavors.

Zuppa Di Frutti Di Mare Sammarinese (sammarinese Seafood Chowder)

Ingredients

  • 500g mixed seafood (such as shrimp, mussels, and squid), cleaned and deveined
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup fish stock
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until softened.
  2. Add the diced potatoes to the pot and stir to combine with the onion and garlic.
  3. Pour in the fish stock and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cook for about 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
  4. Add the mixed seafood to the pot and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the seafood is cooked through.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Simmer the chowder for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  7. Remove the pot from the heat and ladle the chowder into serving bowls. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

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
20g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Large pot Ladle Knife Cutting board

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the Zuppa di Frutti di Mare Sammarinese with crusty bread or garlic bread for a complete and satisfying meal.

Tips & tricks

For added flavor, you can also add a splash of white wine to the chowder while cooking the seafood.

Cost

$25