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Best Easy Brodetto alla Vastese Recipe

Name: Best Easy Brodetto alla Vastese Recipe
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 380 g
Ingredients: mixed white fish fillets (cod, haddock, or snapper) 20 oz; small shrimp, peeled and deveined 8 oz; mussels, scrubbed and debearded 8 oz; clams, scrubbed 8 oz; yellow bell pepper, sliced 1 pieces; red bell pepper, sliced 1 pieces; crushed tomatoes 1 cup; onion, thinly sliced 1 pieces; garlic cloves, smashed 3 cloves; extra virgin olive oil 3 tbsp; dry white wine 0.5 cup; fresh parsley, chopped 0.25 cup; sea salt 1 tsp; black pepper 0.5 tsp; crushed red chili flakes 0.5 tsp

Vasto's version of fish stew with sweet peppers and a touch of chili. This high protein mediterranean family dinner is fresh, vibrant, and showcases Abruzzo's coastal traditions.

Cook 60 min Difficulty NORMAL 330 kcal

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Ingredients

Main ingredients

mixed white fish fillets (cod, haddock, or snapper) 20 oz
small shrimp, peeled and deveined 8 oz
mussels, scrubbed and debearded 8 oz
clams, scrubbed 8 oz
yellow bell pepper, sliced 1 pieces
red bell pepper, sliced 1 pieces
crushed tomatoes 1 cup
onion, thinly sliced 1 pieces
garlic cloves, smashed 3 cloves

Seasonings/Sauce

extra virgin olive oil 3 tbsp
dry white wine 0.5 cup
fresh parsley, chopped 0.25 cup
sea salt 1 tsp
black pepper 0.5 tsp
crushed red chili flakes 0.5 tsp

Nutrition summary

Carbohydrates 16 g 19%

Protein 38 g 46%

Fat 10 g 27%

Serving size 380g

Cooking steps

1

Warm the olive oil in a wide heavy pot over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sauté for 3–4 minutes until translucent, stirring occasionally.
2

Add the garlic, bell peppers, and a pinch of salt. Cook for 5 minutes over medium heat, taking care not to brown them—this keeps the flavor sweet and aromatic.
3

Stir in the crushed tomatoes and chili flakes, allowing the mixture to simmer gently for 8 minutes. Pour in the white wine, raise the heat, and cook until the alcohol evaporates, about 2 minutes.
4

Reduce heat to low, nestle the mixed white fish fillets into the sauce, and cover. Cook gently for 7–8 minutes, ensuring the fish cooks evenly without breaking apart.
5

Add shrimp, mussels, and clams. Cover again and steam on medium-low for 8–10 minutes, or until shellfish have opened and shrimp are just cooked through. Discard any unopened shells.
6

Finish by seasoning with remaining salt, black pepper, and sprinkle with fresh parsley. Serve hot, immediately—avoid overcooking for best texture.

Personalized Q&A

Q. What's the key ingredient in this Best Easy Brodetto alla Vastese Recipe?

The core of Brodetto alla Vastese is its mix of fresh seafood—particularly white fish fillets, shrimp, mussels, and clams. Combined with sweet bell peppers and a touch of chili, these ingredients give the stew its vibrant coastal identity and distinct flavor.

Q. Why is careful heat control important in this recipe?

Controlling the heat, especially when simmering the fish and steaming the shellfish, is key to preventing overcooking or breaking the delicate seafood apart. Gentle simmering allows even cooking and preserves both texture and flavor integrity of the stew.

Q. How can I avoid tough or rubbery seafood in the stew?

To keep seafood tender, add fish first, then shellfish later, and avoid excessive boiling. Steam covered on medium-low just until the shellfish open and shrimp are opaque, monitoring closely as overcooking can quickly yield tough textures.

Q. What's the nutrition breakdown per serving for this recipe?

Each serving of Brodetto alla Vastese contains about 330 kcal, with 16g carbohydrates (19% of calories), 38g protein (46%), and 10g fat (27%), making it a high-protein, balanced dish great for a healthy family meal.

Best Easy Brodetto alla Vastese Recipe

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