Mediterranean Seafood and Orzo Soup
Description:
Indulge in the savory delights of this Mediterranean Seafood and Orzo Soup, a dish that tantalizes the taste buds with its blend of fresh seafood, aromatic herbs, and zesty flavors. Pair it with crispy French bread toasts adorned with a tantalizing mix of marinated artichoke hearts and olive oil for a complete culinary experience that’s sure to impress. From the esteemed kitchens of Bon Appetit, this recipe promises a journey of exquisite taste and culinary satisfaction.
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Recipe Category: Halibut
Keywords: “< 60 Mins"
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 922.9
- Fat Content: 25.7g
- Saturated Fat Content: 3.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 131.7mg
- Sodium Content: 1059.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 80.8g
- Fiber Content: 5.8g
- Sugar Content: 17.8g
- Protein Content: 73.8g
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Fresh lemon juice | 1 1/2 |
| Olive oil | 3 |
| Onions | 4 |
| Italian plum tomatoes | 1/4 |
| Dry white wine | 2 |
| Bay leaf | 1 |
| Fennel seed | 4 |
| Crushed red pepper flakes | 1 1/2 |
| Orzo pasta | 1 |
| Clams | NA |
| Baby clams | 1/4 |
| Fresh parsley | 2 |
Recipe Instructions:
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Begin by mixing the halibut with fresh lemon juice and 4 teaspoons of olive oil in a medium bowl. Allow the mixture to stand while you prepare the soup.
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Heat 1/4 cup of olive oil in a heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onions and cook until translucent, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes.
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Squeeze the Italian plum tomatoes through your fingers to break them up as you add them to the saucepan.
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Incorporate the clam juice, dry white wine, bay leaf, orange peel strips, fennel seed, and crushed red pepper flakes into the saucepan. Allow the soup to simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
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Add the orzo pasta to the soup and cook for an additional 5 minutes, ensuring that the pasta is cooked to perfection.
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Introduce the clams to the soup, covering them and allowing them to cook for 5 minutes longer.
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Once the clams have had a chance to infuse their briny goodness into the soup, add the halibut to the mix. Cover and cook until the halibut is opaque and the clams have opened, approximately 4 minutes longer.
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Discard the bay leaf, orange peel, and any clams that have not opened during the cooking process.
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Season the soup to taste with salt and pepper, ensuring that every spoonful is bursting with flavor.
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Garnish your Mediterranean Seafood and Orzo Soup with freshly chopped parsley, adding a pop of color and a hint of freshness to this delectable dish.
Serve and Enjoy:
Serve this sumptuous Mediterranean Seafood and Orzo Soup piping hot, accompanied by slices of French bread toasted to perfection. For an extra touch of elegance, top your toast with chopped marinated artichoke hearts tossed in a drizzle of olive oil. With each spoonful, savor the harmonious blend of flavors and textures, transporting your taste buds to the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean. Whether enjoyed as a comforting meal on a chilly evening or as the centerpiece of a festive gathering, this soup is sure to delight and impress all who partake in its culinary splendor. Bon appétit! 🍲🥖🌊
