Jul 13 2026
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Cioppino Spezia Recipe

Inspired by Spezia
Time45m
Serves4

Famous San Francisco stew with shrimp, scallops, mussels, cod and grilled Tuscan bread.

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Ingredients

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Seafood

Vegetables and Aromatics

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Seafood

    In a large bowl, combine the shrimp, scallops, mussels, and cod chunks. Rinse under cold water and set aside.

  2. 2

    Prep the Vegetables

    Dice the onion, red bell pepper, and tomatoes. Mince the garlic and chop the parsley. Clean the mussels thoroughly under cold water.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Sauté the Aromatics

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.

  2. 4

    Add Vegetables and Spices

    Add the diced red bell pepper, tomatoes, bay leaves, and red pepper flakes to the pot. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the peppers soften.

  3. 5

    Incorporate Liquids

    Pour in the fish stock (or clam juice), white wine, and crushed tomatoes. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes.

  4. 6

    Add Seafood

    Gently add the prepared seafood (shrimp, scallops, mussels, and cod) to the pot. Cover and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes or until the mussels open and the shrimp turns pink.

  5. 7

    Finish with Parsley

    Once the seafood is cooked through, stir in the chopped parsley. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Remove bay leaves before serving.

  6. 8

    Grill the Bread

    While the stew is simmering, grill the slices of Tuscan bread until golden brown on both sides. Optionally, you can rub them with a clove of garlic for extra flavor.

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