This classic fisher’s stew is teeming with firm white fish, hefty prawns, and meaty scallops. It wouldn’t be complete without a dollop of aioli and crusty bread for dunking.
Contains: eggs, crustacean shellfish, wheat.
Note: The shrimp may arrive frozen for freshness. Store in the refrigerator to defrost before cooking. If you need to defrost it same day, place it in a bowl of cold water for about 5 minutes, then drain and pat dry.
What You Get
Fennel
Onion
Garlic
Crushed tomatoes
Chicken broth
Scallops
Easy-peel shrimp (see note below)
Wild cod
Baguette
Garlic aioli
What You'll Need
Olive oil
Chile flakes (optional)
Dry white wine (optional)
Salt and freshly ground pepper
Step 1
Trim, core, and slice the fennel, reserving a handful of fronds for sprinkling. Slice the onion. Chop 4 or 5 cloves of garlic.
Step 2
In a pot over medium-high heat, warm 2 tablespoons olive oil. Add the fennel and onion and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and ¼ teaspoon chile flakes, if using, and stir until fragrant, 1 minute. Pour in the tomatoes, chicken broth, and ¼ cup white wine, if using. Bring to a simmer and cook to let the flavors combine, 10 minutes. Season with 1 teaspoon salt.
Step 3
Meanwhile, prep the seafood. Remove the scallops from their packaging and pat dry. Rinse and drain the shrimp. Cut the cod into chunks.
Step 4
Add the shrimp, scallops, and cod to the pot and simmer until the shrimp are bright pink and the cod and scallops are firm, 5 minutes.
Step 5
Meanwhile, slice and toast the baguette.
Step 6
Ladle the cioppino into bowls, dollop with the aioli, and scatter with the fennel fronds. Grind with pepper and serve warm, with the baguette for dunking.