Monterey Seafood Stew Recipe

Indulge in this decadent Monterey Seafood Stew, a California coastal classic brimming with succulent seafood! Fresh bass, shrimp, scallops, lobster, crab, and clams simmer in a fragrant tomato broth, creating a rich and flavorful stew perfect for a special occasion. Serve with crusty bread to soak up every last drop of deliciousness. (Prep time includes a 4-hour marinating time.)

Prep Time 240 mins
Cook Time 330 mins
Calories 315.4 kcal
Protein 89g
Rating 0.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Monterey Seafood Stew

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How to Make Monterey Seafood Stew

  1. Pat the bass, shrimp, and scallops dry with paper towels.
  2. Cut the bass into 1-inch cubes.
  3. Carefully pick over the scallops to remove any shell fragments.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the bass, shrimp, and scallops. Add 1 cup dry white wine and marinate in the refrigerator for 4 hours.
  5. In a large pot or Dutch oven, sauté 1 large onion (chopped), 1 green bell pepper (chopped), 2 celery stalks (chopped), and 4 cloves garlic (minced) in 2 tablespoons olive oil until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  6. Add 2 bay leaves, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil, and 1 teaspoon dried thyme.
  7. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to blend the flavors.
  8. Stir in 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper.
  9. Simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  10. Add the marinated fish and the remaining marinating liquid to the pot.
  11. Cook uncovered for 6-8 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and opaque.
  12. Gently stir in 1 cup cooked lobster meat, ½ cup cooked crab meat, and 1 pound littleneck clams.
  13. Heat through for another 2-3 minutes, or until the clams have opened. Discard any clams that do not open.
  14. Serve hot, over cooked rice or with crusty bread for dipping.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

21g

Fat

6g

Carbs

4g

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