Jul 14 2026

Cioppino Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Dungeness crab, local black cod, Monterey bay squid, mussels, clams, tomato-chorizo compote, garlic bread, saffron rouille

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Ingredients

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Seafood and Broth

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Add Tomatoes and Stock

    Stir in the crushed tomatoes, white wine, fish stock, saffron, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.

  2. 2

    Add Remaining Seafood

    Then add the black cod, squid, and Dungeness crab. Cover and cook for an additional 8-10 minutes until the seafood is cooked through.

  3. 3

    Make the Garlic Bread

    Meanwhile, mix softened butter with minced garlic and parsley. Spread the mixture on the sliced baguette and toast under the broiler until golden brown.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Rouille

    In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, minced garlic, saffron, lemon juice, and salt to taste. Mix well.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Ladle the cioppino into bowls, serve with garlic bread and a dollop of saffron rouille on top.

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