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Panamanian Seafood Stew

Panamanian Seafood Stew

You will find fresh fish, shrimp, crab, and clams, along with yucca, plantains, and corn in this stew.
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5 from 1 vote
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Panamanian
Keyword: Panamanian Recipe, Seafood Stew
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 350 kcal
Panamanian Seafood Stew

Equipment

  • Large stockpot
  • wooden spoon
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • blender (optional)
  • Ladle
  • Serving bowls

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds mixed seafood (shrimp, mussels, clams, squid, and/or fish)
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 bell pepper chopped
  • 1 carrot chopped
  • 2 potatoes chopped
  • 2 cups coconut milk
  • 2 cupd seafood or vegetable broth
  • 1 tbsp ground cumin
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano
  • 1 tbsp smoket paprika
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  • Add the onions and sauté until they are soft and translucent, for about 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the garlic and sauté for an additional minute, until fragrant.
  • Add the bell pepper and carrot, and continue to sauté for another 3-4 minutes, or until they are soft.
  • Add the potatoes, coconut milk, and broth, along with the cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
  • Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are soft.
  • Add the mixed seafood and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the seafood is cooked through.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste and garnish with fresh cilantro.

Notes

Tips and Tricks

▣ Prep all the ingredients beforehand to save time.
▣ Use frozen seafood to save time on cleaning and deveining.
▣ Use a food processor or blender to chop the vegetables quickly.
▣ Don't overcook the seafood as it can become tough and rubbery.
▣ Serve with crusty bread or rice to soak up the flavorful broth.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 620mg | Potassium: 780mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g
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