Sophia's Homemade Seafood Stock Recipe

Ingredients

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• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 large onions, coarsely chopped
• 1 bunch celery, coarsely chopped
• 4 large carrots, coarsely chopped
• 2 large green bell peppers, coarsely chopped
• 1 bunch fresh cilantro
• bunch fresh oregano
• 2 bay leaves
• 3 (1 liter) bottles water
• pound fish parts (such as bones, spine, and tail)
• 2 large fish heads
• 2 cups clam juice
• 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns

Directions

1. Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a large stockpot.
2. Cook and stir onions in the hot oil for about 5 minutes, or until softened.
3. Add the coarsely chopped celery, carrots, and bell peppers, and saut for another 5 minutes.
4. Stir in the fresh cilantro, oregano, and bay leaves. Continue to saut for 2 more minutes to release the flavors.
5. Add the water, fish parts, fish heads, clam juice, and black peppercorns to the pot.
6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and allow it to simmer, uncovered, for at least 4 hours.
7. After 4 hours, turn off the heat and let the stock cool for approximately 30 minutes.
8. Using a skimmer or slotted spoon, remove the large solid items (like fish parts and vegetables) from the stock.
9. Strain the stock through a fine-mesh strainer into a large , making sure that all fish bones have been removed.
10. The stock is now ready for use or can be stored in the freezer for future use.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

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