A vibrant and tantalizing bowl of thick, richly-colored seafood stew. Bright orange carrot ribbons swirl amidst a medley of pink, succulent shrimp and white flaky fish, standing in contrast against a red-tinted, slightly golden broth, speckled with green herbs. Garnished with finely chopped parsley; the crowned jewel of this dish, aside from the seafood itself, are the delicate orange carrot crisps adorning the surface.

Bayou Blast Seafood Stew with Kickin' Carrots

Name: Bayou Blast Seafood Stew with Kickin' Carrots
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: Carrot, 4 medium 2 finely chopped; 2 peeled into ribbons and crisped for garnish; Shrimp, 1 lb peeled and deveined; Whitefish fillets, 4 cut into chunks; Cajun seasoning, 2 tablespoons; White onion, 1 large finely chopped; Garlic cloves, 3 minced; Chicken broth, 1 quart; Fresh parsley, 1/2 cup finely chopped for garnish; Olive oil, 2 tablespoons; Salt, to taste

Category Main Course

Prep 20 minutes

Cook 30 minutes

Style American

Technique Sautéing

Diet Friendly Pescatarian

Daily Recipe: February 03, 2025

Embrace the vibrant flavors of Cajun cuisine with this exciting recipe! In this rendition, we're utilizing succulent seafood, specifically shrimp and whitefish, to create a warming, spicy dish perfect for cold weather. The starring ingredient, carrot, adds brilliant color, a touch of sweetness, and a lovely crunch to the mix. Alongside a team of herbs and spices, this dish will keep you coming back for more!

Ingredients (for 4)

Carrot - 4 medium - 2 finely chopped; 2 peeled into ribbons and crisped for garnish
Shrimp - 1 lb - peeled and deveined
Whitefish fillets - 4 - cut into chunks
Cajun seasoning - 2 tablespoons
White onion - 1 large - finely chopped
Garlic cloves - 3 - minced
Chicken broth - 1 quart
Fresh parsley - 1/2 cup - finely chopped for garnish
Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
Salt - to taste

Preparation

Step 1 - 🥘🥕🧅

In a large pot, heat the 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped white onion, minced garlic cloves, and 2 finely chopped carrots. Sauté until softened.
Step 2 - 🧂🥄🌶

Sprinkle in 2 tablespoons of Cajun seasoning, stirring well to coat the vegetables.
Step 3 - 🍲🥣🔥

Pour in the quart of chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
Step 4 - 🥘🐟⏲

Add the chunks of 4 whitefish fillets to the pot and allow to simmer for 5 minutes.
Step 5 - 🥘🦐🍤

Add 1 lb of peeled and deveined shrimp and continue simmering until the shrimp is pink and cooked through.
Step 6 - 🍲🥕🌿

Season the stew with salt to taste. Serve hot, garnished with the remaining crispy carrot ribbons and 1/2 cup fresh chopped parsley.

Additional

Did you know that Cajun cuisine has its roots in the French-speaking Acadian immigrant population, deported by the British from Canada to the Acadiana region of Louisiana, USA? This hearty stew is a delicious way to experience the culture. Substitute the seafood with cubed chicken, sausage, or vegetables to customize the dish for guests with dietary preferences.