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Cioppino (Fish Stew)

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • fennel bulb white part only, cut into 1/2-inch dice
  • 1 1/2 cup yellow onion 1 large, cut into 1/2-inch dice
  • 3 garlic cloves pressed or minced
  • 1 teaspoon whole fennel seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
  • 4 cups of seafood stock
  • 1 1/2 cups of Pinot Grigio
  • kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 pound cod fillets skin removed, cut into 2-inch dice
  • 1 pound large shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 pound scallops
  • 1/2 dozen mussels
  • 1/2 dozen littleneck clams 
  • 3 tablespoons parsley minced

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a heavy pot over medium heat. Add the fennel and onion and sauté for 10 minutes, until tender.
  2. Stir in the garlic, fennel seeds, and red pepper flakes and cook for 2 minutes.
  3. Add the tomatoes, stock, wine, 1 tablespoon salt, and 1 teaspoon black pepper. Bring to a boil, lower the heat, and simmer uncovered for 30 minutes. 
  4. First, add the cod, then the shrimp, scallops, and finally the mussels. Do not stir. Bring this to a simmer, lower the heat, cover and cook for 10 minutes until the seafood is cooked and the shellfish open. (Discard any mussels that have not opened).
  5. Gently stir together being careful not to break up the fish; sprinkle with parsley. Serve with toasted french bread or slices of sourdough baguette.
  6. Enjoy and don’t forget to hashtag, #dinnerwithtayo

Perfectly Grilled Halibut In A White Wine Tomato Basil Sauce

Grilled Halibut in White Wine Tomato Basil Sauce is a mouthwatering dish that is perfect for seafood lovers. This dish is prepared by grilling a fresh halibut fillet until it is tender and flaky. The halibut is then topped with a rich and savory sauce made with white wine, diced tomatoes, and fresh basil leaves. The white wine gives the sauce a delicate acidity and a subtle sweetness that perfectly complements the mild flavor of the halibut. The diced tomatoes add a refreshing burst of juicy texture, while the fresh basil leaves lend an aromatic, herbaceous flavor. The combination of the perfectly grilled halibut and the flavorful tomato basil sauce makes this dish a true delight for the senses. This dish is perfect for a special occasion or a fancy dinner party, and it pairs beautifully with a crisp white wine or a light-bodied red wine.

Here are some additional tips for making delicious Grilled Halibut in White Wine Tomato Basil Sauce:

  • Use fresh halibut. The fresher the fish, the better the dish will taste.
  • Don’t overcook the halibut. Halibut is a delicate fish and should be cooked until it is just opaque in the center. Overcooked halibut will be tough and dry.
  • Use a good quality white wine. The white wine will add flavor to the sauce, so use a wine that you enjoy drinking.
  • Add some other vegetables to the sauce. Chopped onions, peppers, or mushrooms would all be great additions to the sauce.
  • Serve with rice or pasta. Rice or pasta would be a great side dish to serve with this dish. The rice or pasta will help to soak up the flavorful sauce.
  • Enjoy! Grilled Halibut in White Wine Tomato Basil Sauce is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a fancy or special occasion.

Ingredients

For the White Wine Tomato Basil Sauce:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • sweet pepper (red, yellow, and orange) thin sliced
  • 2 small cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, sliced in half
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil, finely chopped
  • 1/2 tablespoon salt (more to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (more to taste)

For the Halibut:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound fresh Halibut (or white fish of your choice), cut into 2 fillets
  • Salt and black pepper

Instructions

For the Halibut:

  1. Season both sides of fish with salt and pepper. Brush the halibut with olive oil and grill until golden brown, for about 5 – 10 minutes or until it’s cooked through.

For the White Wine Tomato Basil Sauce:

  1. Heat oil in a large saute pan over medium heat. Add sweet pepper and garlic and saute for 1 minute, or until garlic is fragrant. Add the cherry tomatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, until they’re soft. Add in the white wine, stir, and allow the mixture to come to a gentle simmer. This process should take no longer than 10 minutes. Stir in the basil, salt, and pepper and cook for additional 2 minutes.
  2. Place the the grill halibut into the white wine tomato basil sauce and serve at once.
  3. Served with steamed broccoli and quinoa.