Name: Classic Bouillabaisse with Homemade Rouille
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 105 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: French cuisine
Ingredients: 4 tbsp olive oil; 2 pcs leeks (white and light green parts, thinly sliced); 1 pcs fennel bulb (chopped); 1 pcs yellow onion (chopped); 4 pcs garlic cloves (minced); 4 pcs tomatoes (ripe, chopped); 2 tbsp tomato paste; 1 tsp saffron threads; 1 pcs orange peel (strip from half an orange); 2 pcs bay leaves; 4 pcs thyme sprigs; 1.5 l fish stock; 0.5 cup dry white wine; 1.5 lb firm white fish fillets (such as snapper, cod, or halibut, cut into 2-inch pieces); 1 lb mussels (scrubbed and de-bearded); 1 lb large shrimp (peeled and deveined); salt (to taste); black pepper (to taste); 1 pcs red bell pepper (roasted, peeled, and seeded); 3 pcs garlic cloves; 0.25 tsp saffron threads; 1 pcs egg yolk; 0.5 cup fresh breadcrumbs; 0.5 cup extra virgin olive oil; 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper; salt (to taste); 1 pcs baguette (sliced and grilled or toasted)

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Prep: 45 min • Cook: 60 min. A traditional, robust Provençal fish stew featuring an aromatic saffron-infused broth, a mix of firm white fish and shellfish, and served with a spicy garlic rouille and grilled bread. This iconic French dish is perfect for a special occasion, offering a rich and flavorful experience straight from the Mediterranean coast.

Preparation time: 45 min
Cooking time: 1 hr
Total time: 1 hr 45 min
Servings: 6
Course: Soup
Complexity: Medium

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Nutrition

Servings: 6
Serving size (imperial): 13.5 fl oz

Nutrient	Per serving	Per 100 ml	Total (6 servings)
Calories	375.5 kcal	93.9 kcal	2,253 kcal
Protein	28.2 g	7.1 g	169.2 g
Fat	15.5 g	3.9 g	93 g
Carbs	25.3 g	6.3 g	151.8 g

Tips

Do not overcook the fish and shellfish; they cook quickly and can become tough if left in the broth
For an even richer flavor, use fish bones and heads to make a homemade fish stock.
Rub grilled bread with a raw garlic clove before serving for an extra layer of flavor.