Zuppa Di Pesce Castagna

Dive into the comforting flavors of the Mediterranean with Zuppa Di Pesce Castagna, an elevated seafood soup that marries the briny richness of fresh mussels, clams, shrimp, and white fish with the unexpected, nutty sweetness of chestnuts. Simmered in a fragrant broth of fish stock, dry white wine, garlic, fennel, and tomatoes, this hearty yet elegant dish is infused with subtle herbal notes from fresh thyme and bay leaf. Perfect for cozy dinners, this Italian-inspired recipe is finished with a sprinkle of parsley and served alongside crusty bread to soak up every drop of the savory broth. Ready in just under an hour, this show-stopping soup is sure to impress seafood lovers and comfort food enthusiasts alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium Fennel bulb, thinly sliced
• 2 cups Tomatoes, diced
• 4 cups Fish stock
• 1 cup Dry white wine
• 1 cup Cooked chestnuts, roughly chopped
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 1 leaf Bay leaf
• 1 pound Mussels, cleaned and debearded
• 1 pound Clams, cleaned
• 1 pound White fish fillet, cut into chunks (e.g., cod or haddock)
• 1 pound Shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 4 slices Crusty bread, for serving

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic, onions, and fennel to the pot. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the diced tomatoes and cook for another 3 minutes until softened and slightly reduced.

Step 4

Pour in the fish stock and white wine. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

Step 5

Add the chopped chestnuts, fresh thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 6

Add the mussels and clams to the pot, cover with a lid, and cook for 5 minutes or until they open. Discard any that remain closed.

Step 7

Gently stir in the white fish chunks and shrimp. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and shrimp are pink and cooked through.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaf and sprinkle the soup with fresh parsley for garnish.

Step 10

Serve the Zuppa Di Pesce Castagna hot with slices of crusty bread on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	4370 grams (4370.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4152

Total Fat 100.30g	129%
Saturated Fat 19.50g	98%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 1753mg	584%
Sodium 8985mg	391%
Total Carbohydrate 296.80g	108%
Dietary Fiber 27.00g	96%
Total Sugars 46.80g
Protein 476.60g	953%

Vitamin D 1313IU	6564%
Calcium 1477mg	114%
Iron 163mg	905%
Potassium 11771mg	250%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 22.6%

Protein: 47.7%

Carbs: 29.7%