Caldeirada de Peixe

Caldeirada de Peixe Recipe for 4 People

Ingredients:

• 800g (1.76 lbs) mixed fish fillets (such as cod, haddock, salmon, and sea bass), cut into chunks
• 500g (1.1 lbs) potatoes, peeled and sliced
• 2 onions, thinly sliced
• 2 tomatoes, sliced
• 2 bell peppers (1 red, 1 green), sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil
• 1 cup fish or vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup white wine
• Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Ingredients:
   • Cut the fish fillets into chunks, peel and slice the potatoes, thinly slice the onions, chop the tomatoes, slice the bell peppers, mince the garlic, and chop the parsley.
2. Layer the Ingredients:
   • In a large pot or Dutch oven, drizzle some olive oil on the bottom.
   • Layer half of the sliced potatoes on the bottom of the pot.
   • Top the potatoes with half of the sliced onions, tomatoes, bell peppers, minced garlic, and chopped parsley.
   • Place the fish chunks on top of the vegetables.
   • Sprinkle the paprika over the fish and season everything with salt and pepper.
   • Add the bay leaf on top.
3. Repeat the Layers:
   • Repeat the layering process with the remaining potatoes, onions, tomatoes, bell peppers, garlic, and parsley.
4. Pour in the Liquids:
   • Pour the fish or vegetable broth and white wine over the layered ingredients.
   • Drizzle some more olive oil on top.
5. Cook the Caldeirada:
   • Cover the pot and bring the caldeirada to a simmer over medium heat.
   • Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer gently for about 30-40 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the fish is cooked through.
6. Serve:
   • Once cooked, remove the bay leaf from the caldeirada.
   • Serve the caldeirada de peixe hot, garnished with fresh parsley and accompanied by lemon wedges.
   • Enjoy this delicious Portuguese fish stew with crusty bread or rice on the side.

Note: Caldeirada de peixe is a versatile dish, so feel free to customize it with your favorite fish and vegetables. Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preference.