| Bouillabaisse with Sun-Dried Tomato Aioli |
A luxurious yet simple version of the classic French bouillabaiss... |
French, seafood, stew, soup, Provence, one-pot, boulillabaisse, easy |
{"title":"Bouillabaisse with Sun-Dried Tomato Aioli","description":"A luxurious yet simple version of the classic French bouillabaisse, this recipe features a flavorful broth made from pureeing shell-on shrimp, fish scraps, aromatics, and pastis. Seafood like shrimp, mussels, and fish fillets are added just before serving to ensure tenderness. The soup is served with a delicious sun-dried tomato aioli on grilled bread for a perfect complementary bite.","short_description":"French seafood stew with a sun-dried tomato aioli twist.","full_ingredient_list":["1\/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil","1 small fennel bulb, cored and finely chopped","1 small onion, finely chopped","2 shallots, thinly sliced","6 garlic cloves, minced","1\/4 cup tomato paste","1 teaspoon fennel seeds","1\/2 cup dry white wine","1\/2 cup pastis","4 cups clam juice or fish broth","4 large shell-on shrimp","1\/2 pound ocean fish scraps (branzino, snapper, turbot)","1 teaspoon saffron threads","1 cup mayonnaise","1\/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped","4 small Calabrian chiles, drained","1 garlic clove, finely grated","2 pounds ocean fish fillets (branzino, snapper, turbot)","12 large shell-on shrimp, shelled and deveined","12 mussels, scrubbed and debearded","Grilled crusty bread","Salt and pepper"],"components":[{"name":"Broth","ingredients":[{"name":"extra-virgin olive oil","quantity":"1\/4 cup","preparation_notes":""},{"name":"fennel bulb","quantity":"1 small","preparation_notes":"cored and finely chopped"},{"name":"onion","quantity":"1 small","preparation_notes":"finely chopped"},{"name":"shallots","quantity":"2","preparation_notes":"thinly sliced"},{"name":"garlic cloves","quantity":"6","preparation_notes":"minced"},{"name":"tomato paste","quantity":"1\/4 cup","preparation_notes":""},{"name":"fennel seeds","quantity":"1 teaspoon","preparation_notes":""},{"name":"dry white wine","quantity":"1\/2 cup","preparation_notes":""},{"name":"pastis","quantity":"1\/2 cup","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":["ouzo","sambuca"]},{"name":"clam juice or fish broth","quantity":"4 cups","preparation_notes":""},{"name":"shell-on shrimp","quantity":"4 large","preparation_notes":""},{"name":"ocean fish scraps","quantity":"1\/2 pound","preparation_notes":"such as branzino, snapper and turbot"},{"name":"saffron threads","quantity":"1 teaspoon","preparation_notes":"crumbled"}],"tools_and_equipment":["Large Dutch oven or braiser","Blender","Fine sieve"],"instructions":[{"step_number":1,"description":"In a large Dutch oven or braiser, heat the olive oil until shimmering. Add fennel, onion, shallots, and garlic, and cook until softened, about 8 minutes."},{"step_number":2,"description":"Stir in tomato paste and fennel seeds, cook until sizzling. Add wine and pastis; cook, scraping bottom of the pan, until nearly evaporated."},{"step_number":3,"description":"Add clam juice, shrimp, fish scraps, saffron, and shrimp shells. Simmer until shrimp and fish are cooked, about 10 minutes.","tips":"Cover while simmering for better flavor."},{"step_number":4,"description":"In batches, blend the broth mixture until smooth. Strain through a fine sieve into a Dutch oven, pressing solids to extract liquid; discard the solids."}]},{"name":"Sun-Dried Tomato Aioli","ingredients":[{"name":"mayonnaise","quantity":"1 cup","preparation_notes":""},{"name":"sun-dried tomatoes","quantity":"1\/4 cup","preparation_notes":"drained and chopped"},{"name":"Calabrian chiles","quantity":"4 small","preparation_notes":"drained","substitutions":["red pepper flakes"]},{"name":"garlic clove","quantity":"1","preparation_notes":"finely grated"}],"tools_and_equipment":["Food processor"],"instructions":[{"step_number":1,"description":"In a food processor, combine mayonnaise, sun-dried tomatoes, chiles, garlic, and 2 tablespoons of the broth.","tips":"Blend until smooth for optimal flavor."},{"step_number":2,"description":"Transfer to a bowl, season with salt."}]},{"name":"Bouillabaisse","ingredients":[{"name":"ocean fish fillets","quantity":"2 pounds","preparation_notes":"cut into 3-inch pieces"},{"name":"large shell-on shrimp","quantity":"12","preparation_notes":"shelled and deveined"},{"name":"mussels","quantity":"12","preparation_notes":"scrubbed and debearded"},{"name":"grilled crusty bread","quantity":"for serving","preparation_notes":""},{"name":"salt","quantity":"to taste","preparation_notes":""},{"name":"pepper","quantity":"to taste","preparation_notes":""}],"tools_and_equipment":["Dutch oven"],"instructions":[{"step_number":1,"description":"Bring the strained broth to a simmer and season with salt and pepper."},{"step_number":2,"description":"Add fish fillets, cover and cook for 3 minutes. Add shrimp and mussels, simmer until mussels open and shrimp is cooked, about 3 additional minutes.","tips":"Do not overcook shrimp."},{"step_number":3,"description":"Garnish with fennel fronds, serve with aioli-smeared bread."}]}],"prep_time":"20 mins","cook_time":"50 mins","total_time":"1 hr 10 mins","servings":"4 to 6","tags":["French","seafood","stew","soup","Provence","one-pot","boulillabaisse","easy"],"notes":"Pastis adds a unique anise flavor. Adjust spices according to preference.","background":"Bouillabaisse is a traditional Provencal seafood stew with roots in the fishing villages of Marseille.","nutrition":{"calories":"400","protein":"30g","fat":"25g","carbohydrates":"15g","fiber":"2g","sugar":"3g"},"serving_suggestions":"Serve with grilled crusty bread smeared with aioli.","storage":"The broth can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days without seafood.","dietary_info":["Contains shellfish","Contains alcohol"],"cooking_tips":["Be careful not to overcook the seafood, as it should remain tender."],"variations":["Try different combinations of fish fillets.","Use saffron or turmeric for different spice profiles."],"ingredient_spotlight":"Saffron enhances the dish with its rich color and unique flavor.","flavor_profile":{"sweet":2,"savory":8,"sour":3,"bitter":2,"umami":7},"geographic_region":"Provence, France","seasonality":"Best in late summer when seafood is fresh.","sustainability_score":{"score":75,"details":"Using fish scraps and readily available seafood can decrease waste and ensure sustainability."},"occasion":"Dinner party or special occasion","skill_level":"Intermediate","cost_estimate":40,"recommended_pairings":["Crisp white wine","fresh green salad"]} |
