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Best Easy Zuppa di Pesce alla Livornese Recipe

Name: Best Easy Zuppa di Pesce alla Livornese Recipe
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 400 g
Ingredients: mixed white fish fillets 12 oz; shrimp, peeled and deveined 8 oz; mussels, scrubbed and debearded 8 oz; calamari, cleaned and sliced 6 oz; clams, scrubbed 8 oz; olive oil 3 tbsp; yellow onion, diced 1 small; celery stalk, diced 1 piece; carrot, diced 1 small; canned crushed tomatoes 2 cups; garlic cloves, minced 3 cloves; dry white wine 0.5 cup; fresh parsley, chopped 3 tbsp; red pepper flakes 0.5 tsp; sea salt 1 tsp; black pepper 0.5 tsp

Livorno's legendary fish soup with a medley of seafood in rich tomato broth. This high protein mediterranean family feast is fresh and perfect for a special coastal-inspired dinner.

Cook 45 min Difficulty NORMAL 280 kcal

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Ingredients

Main ingredients

mixed white fish fillets 12 oz
shrimp, peeled and deveined 8 oz
mussels, scrubbed and debearded 8 oz
calamari, cleaned and sliced 6 oz
clams, scrubbed 8 oz
olive oil 3 tbsp
yellow onion, diced 1 small
celery stalk, diced 1 piece
carrot, diced 1 small
canned crushed tomatoes 2 cups

Seasonings/Sauce

garlic cloves, minced 3 cloves
dry white wine 0.5 cup
fresh parsley, chopped 3 tbsp
red pepper flakes 0.5 tsp
sea salt 1 tsp
black pepper 0.5 tsp

Nutrition summary

Carbohydrates 14 g 20%

Protein 33 g 47%

Fat 8 g 33%

Serving size 400g

Cooking steps

1

Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a heavy-bottomed soup pot over medium heat. Add diced onion, celery, and carrot, sautéing until soft and translucent (about 8 minutes).
2

Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes, stirring constantly for 1 minute until fragrant; do not let garlic brown.
3

Pour in 0.5 cup dry white wine, raising the heat to medium-high; simmer for 2 minutes to allow the alcohol to evaporate.
4

Add the canned crushed tomatoes, sea salt, and black pepper. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12 minutes to meld flavors.
5

Stir in fish fillets and calamari; cover and cook gently for 5 minutes. Add shrimp, clams, and mussels, nestling them into the broth. Cover and steam until the shellfish open and shrimp turn pink (about 6–8 minutes).
6

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed; stir in chopped fresh parsley just before serving. Discard any shellfish that do not open.

Personalized Q&A

Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?

The defining ingredients are the fresh mixed seafood—white fish, shrimp, mussels, calamari, and clams. These create the soup’s savory-sweet ocean depth and make Zuppa di Pesce a celebration of the sea. The combination of multiple types of seafood is essential for its authentic taste and texture.

Q. Which seasoning lifts the flavor of this soup the most?

High quality olive oil, minced garlic, and a touch of red pepper flakes bestow classic Mediterranean aromatics and a subtle heat to the tomato broth, while fresh parsley added at the end gives brightness and freshness to balance the seafood’s richness.

Q. How do I avoid overcooking the seafood in this recipe?

For perfect texture, add the fish and calamari first for a gentle 5-minute simmer, then add the shrimp, clams, and mussels last, just until shellfish open and shrimp turn pink (about 6–8 minutes). This sequencing prevents rubbery calamari or tough shrimp—stop cooking as soon as the shellfish open.

Q. What’s the nutritional profile per serving?

Each 400g serving contains about 280 kcal, 33g protein (47% of calories), 14g carbohydrates (20%), and 8g fat (33%). This makes it both high in protein and moderate in healthy fats, fitting for a balanced Mediterranean meal.

Q. Why is this soup considered Mediterranean and high protein?

The recipe centers on olive oil, tomato, and a medley of fresh seafood, hallmarks of the Mediterranean diet. Its substantial 33g protein per serving comes both from lean fish and shellfish, making it a satiating choice for protein-focused diners.

Best Easy Zuppa di Pesce alla Livornese Recipe

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