Description
Comforting Norwegian salmon stew brings coastal flavors straight to your kitchen, blending rich maritime traditions with simple, hearty ingredients. Salt, pepper, and dill infuse this classic dish with warmth, inviting you to savor a taste of Scandinavian culinary heritage.
Ingredients
Scale
Seafood:
- 1 lb salmon fillet (skinless, cut into 1-inch pieces)
- ¼ lb peeled shrimp
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 2 cups chopped leek (1 small leek)
- 2 red bell peppers (chopped)
- 2 cups zucchini (cut in half-moons, ½-inch thick; about 1 zucchini)
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
Seasonings and Liquids:
- ¾ teaspoon ground saffron (or less for a budget-friendly option)
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes (adjust to spice preference)
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme (or fresh thyme leaves)
- 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper (or to taste)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (or butter/neutral cooking oil)
- 2 fish bouillon cubes (or use homemade fish stock)
- 3 cups hot water
- 2 cups heavy cream (or half and half/light cream/milk)
Instructions
- Warm a spacious cooking vessel and drizzle olive oil across its surface over moderate heat, releasing fragrant aromatics of garlic, leek, saffron, and chili flakes to develop a rich flavor foundation.
- Introduce colorful bell peppers and tender zucchini into the pot, stirring to create a vibrant vegetable medley. Incorporate tomato paste and allow its deep essence to caramelize briefly.
- Dissolve fish bouillon cubes into the mixture, creating a robust liquid base by gently pouring hot water and cream. Allow the liquid to gently bubble and marry flavors for approximately ten minutes.
- Carefully nestle salmon pieces into the simmering broth, permitting them to cook delicately until they transform from translucent to opaque, indicating perfect doneness.
- Incorporate succulent shrimp, juicy cherry tomatoes, and aromatic thyme sprigs, allowing them to warm through momentarily without overcooking the delicate seafood.
- Perform a final flavor assessment, delicately adjusting seasoning with salt and freshly cracked black pepper. Transfer the luxurious stew into serving bowls, presenting a harmonious seafood dish bursting with Mediterranean influences.
Notes
- Select fresh salmon with firm, bright flesh to ensure the best flavor and texture in your stew.
- Use low-sodium fish bouillon cubes to control salt levels and prevent the dish from becoming too salty.
- Cut salmon and shrimp into similar-sized pieces for even cooking and a consistent eating experience.
- For a lighter version, substitute cream with coconut milk or Greek yogurt to reduce calories while maintaining richness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 615
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 940 mg
- Fat: 45 g
- Saturated Fat: 25 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 37 g
- Cholesterol: 185 mg