Quick Fish Stew (Printable Version)

A comforting one-pot wonder with tender white fish, rich tomato broth, and aromatic herbs ready in just 30 minutes.

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1 lb firm white fish fillets (cod, halibut, haddock), cut into chunks
02 - 1 medium onion, chopped
03 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with juices
05 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
06 - 1 tbsp olive oil
07 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
08 - Juice of 1/2 lemon
09 - 3 cups fish stock or vegetable broth
10 - 2 tbsp tomato paste
11 - 1 tsp dried oregano
12 - 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
13 - Salt and pepper to taste
14 - 1 bay leaf

→ Optional Ingredients

15 - 1/2 cup black olives
16 - 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
17 - 1/2 cup chopped fennel

# Steps:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3–4 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
02 - Add tomato paste and stir to coat. Cook for 1–2 minutes. Add diced tomatoes and cherry tomatoes. Stir in oregano, red pepper flakes, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
03 - Pour in the broth. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook uncovered for 10 minutes.
04 - Gently add fish chunks and any optional ingredients (olives, fennel, paprika). Simmer for 6–8 minutes until fish is opaque and flakes easily.
05 - Turn off the heat. Adjust seasoning, add lemon juice (if using), and sprinkle fresh parsley before serving.

# Notes:

01 - This recipe is a quick one-pot dish perfect for weeknight dinners.
02 - Ensure the fish is cooked until it is opaque and flakes easily for the best texture.