Zuppa di Pesce alla Livornese
Zuppa di Pesce alla Livornese is a hearty Italian seafood stew packed with fresh flavors from the coast of Livorno. This Paleo-friendly dish showcases a medley of seafood simmered in a rich tomato broth, making it both delicious and nutritious.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Italian
400 kcal
Ingredients
- Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
- Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
- Shallot - 1, finely chopped
- Red pepper flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
- Canned crushed tomatoes - 400 grams
- Fish stock - 500 ml
- Sea bass fillet - 150 grams, cut into pieces
- Shrimp - 150 grams, peeled and deveined
- Mussels - 200 grams, cleaned
- Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
- Salt - to taste
- Black pepper - to taste
Steps
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic and chopped shallot until they are translucent.
- Add the red pepper flakes and canned crushed tomatoes to the pot, stirring well to combine.
- Pour in the fish stock, bring the mixture to a simmer, and let it cook for about 10 minutes to deepen the flavors.
- Add the sea bass pieces, shrimp, and mussels to the pot. Cover and cook for an additional 10 minutes or until the mussels have opened and the shrimp are pink and opaque.
- Season the stew with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley just before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 400
- Protein: 35 g
- Carbs: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
- Total Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Water: 0.5 L
Health Benefits
- Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from the seafood, which supports heart health.
- High in protein, making it a satiating meal option for muscle maintenance.
Tags
ItalianPaleoSeafood Dish