maine boatman's stew

Calais, ME
Updated on Mar 27, 2012

You don't have to be on a boat to have this wonderful seafood dish.

prep time 20 Min
cook time 45 Min
method ---
yield 4-6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 6 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 large - onions, sliced
  • 1 - red bell pepper, seeded and sliced
  • 4 ounces mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 1-lb cans tomatoes
  • pinch salt and pepper
  • pinch dried thyme
  • 1-1/2 cup water
  • 2 pounds whitefish fillets, skinned (i use haddock)
  • 1/2 cup white wine
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley

How To Make maine boatman's stew

  • Step 1
    Heat the oil in a large saucepan and add the onions. Cook until begining to look transluscent. Add the pepper and cook until the vegetables are softened.
  • Step 2
    Add the mushrooms and the tomatoes and bring the mixture to a boil.
  • Step 3
    Add the thyme, salt, pepper and water the simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Step 4
    Add the fish and wine and cook until the fish flakes easily, about 15 minutes. Stir in the parsley.
  • Step 5
    To serve, place a piece of toasted French bread in the bottom of the soup bowl and spoon the fish stew over it.
  • Step 6
    Shellfish may be added with the fish, if desired. Substitute green peppers for red peppers. The stew may also be served over rice. Accompany with a green salad.

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