Fish Stock (Fumetto di Pesce)
Category: Sauces and Broths
Serves: 1
Ingredients
Ingredient | Quantity |
---|---|
Water | 1 liter |
Fresh seafood (fish) | 500g |
Onions | 70g |
Leeks | 70g |
Butter | 50g |
Dry white wine | 50ml |
Parsley | 10g |
Garlic | 1 clove |
Fine salt | to taste |
Black peppercorns | 5g |
Instructions
To prepare a rich and flavorful fish stock, begin by filleting the fish carefully. Once done, peel and trim the onion, cutting it into quarters. Next, in a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, letting them soften and release their fragrance.
Now, introduce the fish into the pot along with the peppercorns. If you enjoy a more aromatic profile, feel free to add some fresh thyme to the mix. Add a pinch of salt, and let everything simmer gently over low heat for around 60 minutes. Remember to skim the surface of the broth periodically with a slotted spoon, ensuring that any impurities are removed. Itโs essential to rinse the spoon under clean water each time you skim the stock to avoid reintroducing impurities.
Once the cooking time has elapsed, strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve to separate the solids from the liquid. If youโre not using the fish stock right away, let it cool completely before storing it in an airtight container.
This fish stock serves as a wonderful base for soups, sauces, and risottos, lending a deep, delicate seafood flavor to any dish itโs added to.
Enjoy the comforting essence of the sea with this homemade fish stock recipe, perfect for enhancing your favorite seafood dishes.