Spicy Seafood Stir Fry with Tomatoes and Lime
6 servings
30 minutes
Spicy seafood stew with tomatoes and lime is a vibrant dish of Mexican cuisine filled with rich flavors and aromas. The origins of this dish trace back to the coastal regions of Mexico, where fresh seafood combines with spicy seasonings and citrus notes. Chili pepper adds zest to the stew while lime juice refreshes the taste, creating a perfect balance. Tomatoes, garlic, and cumin enrich the broth with depth of flavor, making it hearty and appetizing. The stew is served with slices of avocado, fresh cilantro, and crispy tortilla crumbs for added texture. This dish is perfect for warm evenings with friends when you want to enjoy a rich, warming flavor that reflects the spirit of Mexican cooking.
1
Fry the chili peppers in a dry hot pan until they puff up slightly. Remove the seeds and stems, then soak them in boiling water for 15 minutes.
- Chili pepper: 2 pieces
2
Heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic. Cook for 5 minutes until the vegetables soften. Add chipotle paste, chili, cumin, broth, and tomatoes. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
- Onion: 1 head
- Garlic: 4 cloves
- Chipotle Pepper Paste: 1 teaspoon
- Ground cumin: 1 teaspoon
- Chicken broth: 700 ml
- Canned tomatoes: 250 g
3
Then blend until pureed in a blender. Transfer to a pot and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Add shrimp, fish fillet, shellfish, and potatoes. Cover with a lid and cook for 5 minutes over medium heat.
- Peeled shrimp: 200 g
- White fish fillet: 300 g
- Mollusks: 300 g
- Potato: 500 g
4
Add lime juice and serve with lime slices, avocado, cilantro, and red onion. Sprinkle with tortilla crumbs.
- Lime juice: 2 pieces
- Lime: to taste
- Avocado: 1 piece
- Coriander leaves: to taste
- Red onion: 1 head
- Corn tortillas: 1 piece