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Colombian Cazuela de Mariscos with shrimp, crab, and coconut broth
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Cazuela de Mariscos

Seafood Cazuela

Cazuela de Mariscos is listed in Seafood for Caribbean Coast. Follow the verified ingredients and numbered instructions below.

Prep: 30 minCook: 30 minTotal: 1 hrServes 4–6Intermediate

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. 1

    Bring stock, hogao, achiote, coconut milk, and wine to a simmer and reduce for 10 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add mussels and cook until they begin opening.

  3. 3

    Add fish and squid and simmer 3 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add shrimp and cream and cook another 3–4 minutes, only until the seafood is done.

  5. 5

    Discard unopened mussels.

  6. 6

    Adjust salt, pepper, and lime and finish with cilantro.

  7. 7

    Avoid prolonged boiling after the cream and seafood are added.

Ingredient Substitutions

Recipe-specific substitutions are published only when supported by verified culinary guidance. For ingredient sourcing, see our Colombian Pantry Guide and consult a qualified recipe tester before making substitutions that may change a dish’s flavor or texture.

At a Glance

CategorySeafood
RegionCaribbean Coast
Prep Time30 min
Cook Time30 min
Total Time1 hr
YieldServes 4–6
DifficultyIntermediate

Tags

#seafood#caribbean#cartagena#coconut#shrimp#luxury

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Equipment Needed

  • Clay Cazuela
  • Large Sauté Pan

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