Description

This simple fish stew combines tender pollock fillets and succulent king prawns in a flavorful tomato and vegetable broth, enhanced with aromatic fennel seeds. Cooked gently on the stovetop, it makes for a comforting, healthy meal perfect for seafood lovers seeking an easy yet satisfying dish.

Ingredients

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Vegetables and Aromatics

1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp fennel seeds
2 carrots, diced
2 celery sticks, diced
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 leeks, thinly sliced

Liquids and Seafood

400g can chopped tomatoes
500ml hot fish stock
2 skinless pollock fillets (about 200g), thawed if frozen, and cut into chunks
85g raw shelled king prawns

Instructions

Heat the oil and spices: Warm 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add 1 teaspoon of fennel seeds and cook for a minute to release their aroma.
Sauté vegetables: Add diced carrots, celery, and finely chopped garlic to the pan. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables start to soften.
Add leeks, tomatoes, and stock: Stir in the thinly sliced leeks, 400 grams of chopped tomatoes, and 500 ml of hot fish stock. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Simmer the stew: Bring the mixture to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to simmer. Cook for 15 to 20 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the sauce has thickened and reduced slightly.
Cook the seafood: Add the chunks of pollock and scatter raw shelled king prawns over the top. Continue cooking for 2 minutes more until the fish and prawns are just cooked through.
Serve: Ladle the fish stew into bowls and serve immediately, enjoying the warm, comforting flavors.

Notes

Fresh fish stock can be substituted with vegetable or chicken stock if desired, but fish stock enhances the seafood flavor best.
Ensure prawns are fully shelled and deveined before adding to the stew.
For added heat, consider sprinkling some crushed red pepper flakes into the stew during cooking.
This stew pairs well with crusty bread or steamed rice for a complete meal.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: European

Keywords: fish stew, pollock, king prawns, seafood stew, tomato-based stew, easy fish recipe, healthy seafood dish