Description
This irresistible shrimp and mussel stew is a flavorful coastal-inspired dish featuring tender shrimp, briny mussels, aromatic vegetables, and a bold tomato broth with just the right amount of heat. It’s a one-pot meal perfect for cozy nights or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 lb mussels, cleaned and debearded
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chopped tomatoes (or 1 can crushed tomatoes)
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
- 3 cups vegetable broth or seafood stock
- ½ cup dry white wine (optional)
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the seafood: Peel and devein shrimp. Scrub mussels and remove beards, discarding any that are open.
- Sauté aromatics: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion for 4–5 minutes until translucent. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- Build tomato base: Stir in tomatoes and cook for 5–7 minutes to break down.
- Add vegetables: Mix in zucchini and carrots. Cook for 3 minutes.
- Simmer the stew: Pour in broth and wine. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10–15 minutes, until vegetables soften.
- Add seafood: Add shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes until opaque. Add mussels, cover, and steam for 5 minutes until mussels open. Discard any that stay closed.
- Season: Stir in paprika, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls, garnish with parsley, and serve with crusty bread or rice.
Notes
- Discard any mussels that do not open after cooking.
- Don’t overcook shrimp—remove from heat once they turn pink and opaque.
- The stew base can be made ahead and seafood added before serving for maximum freshness.
- To freeze: omit mussels and freeze the base only for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Coastal / Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: undefined
- Trans Fat: undefined
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 165mg
