Quick Cioppino Recipe

This incredibly flavorful and easy Cioppino recipe is a weeknight staple! Forget complicated seafood stews – this version delivers big on taste in just 45 minutes. A family favorite, its quick preparation and delicious results make it the perfect recipe for busy cooks who crave fresh, vibrant seafood flavors.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 512.1 kcal
Protein 97g
Rating 4.8 (5 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Quick Cioppino

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How to Make Quick Cioppino

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Add 2 cloves minced garlic, 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes, 1/2 cup chopped onion, and 2 stalks chopped celery.
  3. Sauté for 6-8 minutes, until softened and slightly caramelized.
  4. Add 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 cup clam juice, and 1/2 cup dry white wine.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  6. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 18 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Add 1 pound firm white fish (cod, halibut, or similar), 1 pound mussels, 1/2 pound shrimp, and 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley.
  8. Simmer until the seafood is opaque in the center and cooked through, about 3-5 minutes. Do not overcook.
  9. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  10. Ladle the cioppino into bowls and garnish with extra fresh parsley.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

38 g

Sugar

30g

Fat

10g

Carbs

12g