Instant Pot French Steamed Fish and Vegetable Stew

Bienvenue, mes amis! Today, let’s indulge in the rich flavors of French cuisine with a recipe for a delightful and wholesome Instant Pot French Steamed Fish and Vegetable Stew. This dish combines the freshness of seafood with the vibrant colors and aromas of vegetables, creating a culinary masterpiece that is as nourishing as it is satisfying.

Instant Pot French Steamed Fish and Vegetable Stew

Chou And Beans Staff

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Course Dinner, Fish, Main Course

Cuisine American, French

Servings 2 people

Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

• 1 Instant Pot
• 1 Rubber Spatula

Ingredients

  

• 1/4 Cup Dry sherry
• Pinch of saffron threads (optional)
• 2 Tbsp Olive oil
• 2 Cloves garlic, minced
• 1 Onion, finely chopped
• 1 Shallot, finely chopped
• 2 Sprigs of fresh thyme
• 2 Bay leaves
• 1 Fennel bulb, thinly sliced
• 2 Celery stalks, chopped
• 1 Carrot, chopped
• 1 Pound White fish (such as Alaskan true cod, halibut, or ocean trout), cut and divided into 2 equal size pieces.
• 1 Can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, with juices
• 2 Cups Fish stock
• 1 Tbsp Tomato paste
• Salt, to taste
• Fresh basil and parsley, chopped, for garnish
• Ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

 

• Begin by combining the dry sherry and saffron threads in a small bowl. Let them infuse while you prepare the other ingredients.
• Turn on the Instant Pot and select the sauté function. Heat the olive oil, then add the minced garlic, chopped onion, and shallot. Sauté until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
• Add the fresh thyme, bay leaves, sliced fennel bulb, chopped celery, and chopped carrot to the Instant Pot. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Add diced tomatoes with their juices, fish stock, tomato paste, and the saffron-infused dry sherry mixture.
• Gently place in the white fish pieces over the vegetables.
• Close the Instant Pot lid and set the valve to sealing. Select the manual or pressure cook function and set the timer for 5 minutes.
• Once the cooking cycle is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for about 10 minutes, then carefully quick-release any remaining pressure.
• Open the Instant Pot lid and season the stew with salt and ground black pepper to taste. Discard the bay leaves and thyme sprigs.
• Serve the French Steamed Fish and Vegetable Stew hot, garnished with fresh basil and parsley.

Indulge in the exquisite flavors of this Instant Pot French Steamed Fish and Vegetable Stew, a culinary delight that captures the essence of coastal France.

Bon appétit et à bientôt!