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How to Make Delicious Seafood Soup: A Step-by-Step Guide

Seafood soup is a hearty, flavorful, and nutritious dish that brings together the best of the ocean. Packed with shrimp, fish, mussels, and aromatic spices, this soup is perfect for any occasion. Follow this step-by-step guide to create a delicious seafood soup that will impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

For the Soup Base:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium carrot, diced
• 1 celery stalk, diced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for spice)
• 1 teaspoon thyme (dried or fresh)
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 cup diced tomatoes (fresh or canned)
• 4 cups fish or seafood stock
• 1/2 cup white wine (optional for extra depth)
• 1 bay leaf

For the Seafood Mix:

• 200g shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 200g white fish fillet (such as cod or tilapia), cut into chunks
• 100g mussels or clams, cleaned
• 100g calamari rings
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

For Garnish:

• 1/4 cup fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• Crusty bread for serving

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare the Soup Base:

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Sauté until soft (about 5 minutes).
3. Stir in salt, black pepper, paprika, red pepper flakes, thyme, oregano, and cumin.
4. Add diced tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes until they soften.
5. Pour in fish stock and white wine. Stir well.
6. Drop in the bay leaf and bring to a simmer.
7. Let the soup cook for 15 minutes to develop flavors.

2. Add the Seafood:

1. Season the seafood with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
2. Add the shrimp, fish, mussels, and calamari to the soup.
3. Cover and let simmer for 5-7 minutes, until the seafood is fully cooked.
4. Discard any mussels that do not open.

3. Serve and Garnish:

1. Remove the bay leaf.
2. Sprinkle with fresh parsley or cilantro and lemon zest.
3. Serve hot with crusty bread on the side.

Tips for the Best Seafood Soup

• Use fresh seafood for the best taste and texture.
• Do not overcook seafood, as it can become rubbery.
• Adjust spice levels to your preference by adding more or less red pepper flakes.
• Pair with garlic bread or a light salad for a complete meal.

This delicious seafood soup is packed with bold flavors and rich textures. Give it a try and enjoy a taste of the ocean in every spoonful! 🍲🐟🦐