Unlock the hidden flavor potential of your kitchen scraps with this unbelievably easy seafood stock recipe! Perfect for using up shrimp shells, lobster shells, and those slightly past-their-prime vegetables, this recipe turns waste into a delicious, versatile base for countless dishes. Imagine the rich, savory depth it will add to your clam chowder, bouillabaisse, seafood casseroles, or any recipe calling for seafood stock. This recipe is incredibly forgiving – feel free to experiment with different vegetables like cabbage, brussel sprouts, broccoli, or bok choy. The resulting stock is naturally salty thanks to the seafood shells, so no extra salt is needed. Make a big batch, freeze it in portions, and elevate your cooking game with this simple yet magical recipe!
2 cups shrimp shells (from approximately 1 pound of shrimp)
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How to Make Pat's Easy Seafood Stock
Combine all ingredients in a large (6-8 quart) stockpot. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low.
Simmer gently, covered, for 45-60 minutes, or until the carrots are very tender and easily pierced with a fork.
Carefully strain the stock through a fine-mesh sieve or colander lined with cheesecloth into a large bowl, pressing on the solids to extract as much liquid as possible.
Discard the solids.
Allow the stock to cool completely before storing in freezer-safe containers (1-cup portions are ideal). Label and date your containers for easy identification.
Nutrition Information(Approximate per serving)
Sodium
28 g
Sugar
37g
Fat
3g
Carbs
6g
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How long does it take to make Pat's Easy Seafood Stock?
Pat's Easy Seafood Stock takes about 75 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 60 minutes to cook.
How many calories are in Pat's Easy Seafood Stock?
Pat's Easy Seafood Stock has approximately 121.5 calories per serving, with about 11 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 3 g fat.
What ingredients do I need for Pat's Easy Seafood Stock?
The key ingredients for Pat's Easy Seafood Stock are Imitation Crabmeat, Chicken Stock, Vegetable Stock, Water, Chicken Bouillon Granules, Celery Ribs. See the full list with measurements above.
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