〰️๐Ÿ”น️๐Ÿ”ฐ➖️ ๐ŸŸ Sicilian Fish Stew (Alcohol-Free) ➖️๐Ÿ”ธ️๐Ÿ”น️☑️

A fragrant, hearty Mediterranean fish stew bursting with flavor — tender white fish, briny olives, tangy capers, and a fresh herb oil finish. ๐Ÿ…๐ŸŒฟ๐Ÿ‹ Perfect for cozy dinners, elegant gatherings, or anytime you crave a taste of Italy. ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น

๐Ÿ’ก No wine? No problem! We swap in lemon juice for a bright, fresh flavor.

๐Ÿ›’ Ingredients

For the Stew:
๐Ÿ”ธ 2 tbsp olive oil
๐Ÿ”ธ 1 medium onion, chopped
๐Ÿ”ธ 2 celery stalks, chopped
๐Ÿ”ธ 1 tbsp minced garlic
๐Ÿ”ธ 1 tsp red pepper flakes
๐Ÿ”ธ 1/4 cup tomato paste
๐Ÿ”ธ 1 can (800 g) crushed tomatoes
๐Ÿ”ธ 4 cups fish broth
๐Ÿ”ธ 2 tbsp lemon juice (wine substitute)
๐Ÿ”ธ 1/2 cup sliced Kalamata olives
๐Ÿ”ธ 2 tbsp capers
๐Ÿ”ธ 1 bay leaf
๐Ÿ”ธ 3 thyme sprigs
๐Ÿ”ธ 2 cups cooked orzo
๐Ÿ”ธ 2 lbs white fish fillets (cod, halibut, pollock), cut into 2-inch pieces
๐Ÿ”ธ Salt & pepper to taste

For the Herb Oil:
๐Ÿ”ธ 1/4 cup olive oil
๐Ÿ”ธ 2 garlic cloves, crushed
๐Ÿ”ธ 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley
๐Ÿ”ธ 2 tbsp finely chopped basil

To Serve:
๐Ÿ”ธ 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
๐Ÿ”ธ Crusty bread

๐Ÿ‘จ‍๐Ÿณ Instructions

1️⃣ Sautรฉ the Base
➖ Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
➖ Sautรฉ onion & celery for 7–8 min until softened.
➖ Add garlic & red pepper flakes, cook 1 min.
➖ Stir in tomato paste, cook 1 more min.

2️⃣ Simmer the Stew
➖ Add crushed tomatoes, fish broth, lemon juice, olives, capers, bay leaf, thyme, salt & pepper.
➖ Bring to a boil, then simmer gently for 30 min.

3️⃣ Make the Herb Oil
➖ Place parsley & basil in a bowl.
➖ Heat 1/4 cup olive oil with crushed garlic until golden.
➖ Pour hot oil over herbs, let cool.

4️⃣ Add Fish & Orzo
➖ Stir in cooked orzo & fish.
➖ Simmer 5 min until fish is cooked through.
➖ Adjust seasoning.

5️⃣ Serve
➖ Ladle into bowls, drizzle with herb oil.
➖ Sprinkle Parmesan, serve with crusty bread.

๐Ÿ“Š Details
⏱️ Total Time: ~1 hour
๐Ÿฝ️ Serves: 6
๐Ÿฅฃ Main Course | ๐Ÿท Alcohol-Free | ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Sicilian-Inspired

⭐️✨ A warm, rustic bowl that feels like a trip to the Sicilian coast — no passport required! ๐ŸŒŠ
๐Ÿ’ฌ Would you try this without the wine, or go traditional? Comment below!

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