Fideos con Pescado

Fideos con Pescado is a delightful Spanish dish that combines thin pasta with tender fish and a rich, flavorful broth. This high-protein meal is perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner, bringing the taste of the Mediterranean to your table.

Ingredients

• Fideos (thin pasta) - 150 grams
• White fish fillets (such as cod or hake) - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Red bell pepper - 1, diced
• Tomato - 1 large, chopped
• Fish stock - 500 milliliters
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Saffron threads - a pinch
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, sautéing until translucent.
2. Add the diced red bell pepper and chopped tomato, cooking for about 5 minutes until softened.
3. Stir in the paprika and saffron, allowing the spices to release their flavors for 1 minute.
4. Pour in the fish stock and bring to a gentle boil. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Add the fideos to the skillet, stirring well to combine. Cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente, stirring occasionally.
6. While the pasta cooks, season the fish fillets with salt and pepper. Gently place them on top of the pasta during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
7. Once the fish is cooked through, remove the skillet from heat and let it sit for a couple of minutes.
8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from the fish, supporting muscle health and repair.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart and brain health.

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