Mediterranean Fish Stew

Ingredients

• 400 g fish
• 200 g shrimp
• 200 g mussels
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1 large onion
• 1 medium fennel bulb
• 400 g tomatoes
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 pinch saffron threads
• 2 leaves bay leaves
• 1 bunch parsley
• 1 whole lemon

Instructions

1. 1Prepare the seafood by cleaning and cutting the fish into chunks, deveining the shrimp, and scrubbing the mussels.
2. 2In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic, chopped onion, and sliced fennel bulb. Saute until softened.
3. 3Add the diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, saffron threads, and bay leaves to the pot. Bring to a simmer.
4. 4Reduce heat to low and add the white fish chunks. Simmer gently for 10 minutes.
5. 5Add the shrimp and mussels to the pot. Cover and cook for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the mussels have opened and the shrimp is pink.
6. 6Remove from heat. Discard any unopened mussels and the bay leaves.
7. 7Finely chop fresh parsley and slice the lemon into wedges for garnish.
8. 8Taste and adjust seasoning, adding salt and pepper as needed.
9. 9Serve the stew in bowls, garnished with fresh parsley and a wedge of lemon on the side.
10. 10Enjoy your nutrient-rich Mediterranean Fish Stew with a slice of whole grain bread if desired.