Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe River Oyster BarFisherman's Stew Recipe

Fisherman's Stew Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

shrimp, clams, mussels, octopus, squid, grouper, tomato

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Ingredients

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Seafood

Vegetables and Aromatics

Liquids and Seasonings

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Seafood

    Clean and debeard the mussels and clams. Rinse the shrimp, squid, and grouper fillet under cold water. Cut the octopus into bite-sized pieces and slice the squid into rings.

  2. 2

    Chop the Vegetables

    Finely chop the onion, bell pepper, and celery. Mince the garlic and chop the fresh parsley, setting aside some for garnish.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Sauté the Aromatics

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and celery, sautéing until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes. Then add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.

  2. 4

    Add the Tomatoes and Liquid

    Stir in the tomatoes and cook for another 5 minutes. Pour in the white wine and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to evaporate the alcohol.

  3. 5

    Add the Seafood

    Add the fish stock or seafood broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then add the shrimp, clams, mussels, octopus, squid, and grouper. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste.

  4. 6

    Simmer

    Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let the stew simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the seafood is cooked through and the clams and mussels have opened.

  5. 7

    Garnish and Serve

    Before serving, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot in bowls with crusty bread on the side.

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