Moroccan Bouillabaisse

May 17, 2023May 17, 20230 3
Hearty and flavorful Moroccan Bouillabaisse recipe
in Seafood

Prep

20 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

8 ounces fresh shrimp , with tails & deveined with tails or 8 ounces frozen shrimp , peeled & deveined with tails
8 ounces fresh scallops or 8 ounces frozen scallops
8 ounces fresh mussels , in shells
6 cups water
9 tablespoons salt
1 cup finely chopped onion
4 garlic cloves , minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper or 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 1 cup low sodium vegetable broth or 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
1 cup finely chopped tomatoes
1/8 teaspoon powdered saffron
hot cooked couscous

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
326
Sugar
4g
Fat
8g
Moroccan Bouillabaisse is a traditional fish stew that originated in the coastal city of Marseille, France. It is a flavorful and hearty dish that combines seafood with aromatic spices and vegetables. This recipe has been adapted with a Moroccan twist, using cumin, cinnamon, and saffron to create a unique flavor profile. The addition of couscous also makes this dish more filling and satisfying, perfect for a cold winter night. While traditional Bouillabaisse can be difficult and time-consuming to make, this recipe has been simplified so that it can be made in under an hour.

Instructions

1.Add the shrimp, scallops, and mussels to a large pot with 6 cups of water and 6 tablespoons of salt. Stir to combine and bring to a boil.
2.Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until the shrimp and scallops are just cooked through, about 3-4 minutes.
3.Remove the seafood from the pot with a slotted spoon and set aside.
4.In the same pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until soft and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
5.Add the cumin, cinnamon, and red pepper flakes and stir to combine.
6.Add the broth, chopped tomatoes, and saffron and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
7.Return the seafood to the pot and heat through, about 1-2 minutes.
8.Serve hot over cooked couscous.

PROS

This Bouillabaisse is a hearty and flavorful seafood stew that is perfect for a comforting dinner.

It’s packed with seafood protein, vegetables, and spices that will satisfy and nourish your body.

CONS

This recipe does require a few specialty ingredients such as saffron, which can be a bit pricey.

It also requires some prep work with cleaning and deveining the seafood.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This Bouillabaisse is a great source of protein and healthy fats, which are essential for building and maintaining muscle and tissue.
The spices used in this recipe such as cumin and cinnamon have been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties that may help lower the risk of chronic diseases.

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