Healthy Fish Stock

Bienvenue, mes amis! Today, let us delve into the enchanting world of French cuisine with a recipe for a delightful and nutritious Fish Stock. This aromatic broth serves as the foundation for countless classic dishes, adding depth of flavor and richness to soups, sauces, and stews.

Fish Stock

Chou And Beans Staff

This foundational broth is the secret ingredient behind many exquisite dishes, imparting depth and complexity to soups, sauces, and seafood delicacies.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Course Broth, Soups, Stock

Cuisine American, French

Servings 2 Cups

Calories 15 kcal

Equipment

• 1 Large stockpot
• Fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth to strain

Ingredients

  

• 1 Pound Fish bones (from white fish like cod or sole)
• 1 Lg Yellow onion, peeled roughly chopped
• 2 Celery stalks, roughly chopped
• 2 Carrots, peeled roughly chopped
• 4 Sprigs fresh thyme
• 2 Bay leaves
• 2 Cloves fresh garlic, crushed
• 8 Cups Water

Instructions

 

• Begin by thoroughly rinsing the fish bones under cold water to remove any impurities.
• In a large stockpot, combine the fish bones, chopped onion, celery, carrots, thyme, bay leaves, crushed garlic, and water.
• Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for about 30-45 minutes, skimming off any foam that rises to the surface.
• After simmering, strain the stock through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean container, discarding the solids.
• Allow the fish stock to cool completely before transferring it to airtight containers for storage in the refrigerator or freezer.

Indulge in the exquisite flavors of this homemade Fish Stock, a versatile staple that will elevate your culinary creations to new heights of sophistication and flavor.

À bientôt et bon appétit!