Scallop Stew

Peruvian scallop stew flavoured with herbs, white wine, amarillo chilli paste, and potatoes in a homemade fish stock.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 608.2 kcals 1824.6 kcals
Carbohydrates 53.1 grams 159.2 grams
Fat 20.8 grams 62.4 grams
Protein 48.6 grams 145.8 grams
Cook Time
60 mins
Produces
3 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

CondimentsSauces
Dairy
50
g
Butter
unsalted
Liquids
250
ml
White Wine
for stock
4
tsp
White Wine
for stew
4
tsp
NutsSeeds
1
pinch
Thyme
dried
3
piece
1
piece
Clove
whole
4
stalk
Parsley
stems only
1
piece
10
g
Garlic
chopped
20
g
Coriander
leaves only
1
pinch
Salt
to taste
1
pinch
Black Pepper
freshly ground
OilsFats
Seafood
24
piece
Scallops
cleaned
Vegetables
1.5
piece
0.25
stalk
Celery
chopped
70
g
Red Onions
finely sliced
4
piece
40
g
Red Onions
chopped

Steps

  • Tie the thyme, peppercorns, clove, parsley stems and bay leaf into muslin to make a bouquet garni.
  • Melt the butter in a large stockpot and cook carrots, celery, and onions for 5 minutes until soft.
  • Add the fish bones and cook until slightly opaque.
  • Add wine, the bouquet garni, and 1.5 litres of water and simmer for 45 minutes.
  • Strain the stock through a sieve and set aside.
  • Boil potatoes for 20 minutes, then peel and quarter them.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a pan and cook garlic and red onion for 10 minutes.
  • Stir in the ají amarillo and tomato purée.
  • Add 150ml of the fish stock, white wine, and coriander leaves.
  • Cover and cook for 15 minutes, then season and add the potatoes.
  • Season the scallops, add them to the stew, and steam for a few minutes until cooked.
  • Stir in the lime juice and serve immediately.