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Jacobina-Style Fish Stew Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 pound cod fillets, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 cup green olives, pitted
- 2 tablespoons capers

Special Equipment Needed:
- Large pot
- Wooden spoon
- Knife

Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the onion, garlic, and bell pepper and cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper and cook for 1 minute.
4. Add the vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, white wine, parsley, and bay leaves and bring to a boil.
5. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.
6. Add the cod and shrimp and simmer for 10 minutes.
7. Add the olives and capers and simmer for 5 minutes.
8. Serve hot.

Time:
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 35 minutes
Temperature: Medium heat
Serving Size: 4

Nutritional Information:
Calories: 441
Fat: 14g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Protein: 41g

Substitutions for Ingredients:
- Olive oil: canola oil
- Onion: shallot
- Red bell pepper: green bell pepper
- Vegetable broth: chicken broth
- Cod fillets: any white fish fillets
- Shrimp: scallops
- Green olives: black olives

Variations:
- Add 1/2 cup of corn kernels for a heartier stew
- Substitute the cod and shrimp with 1 pound of mussels
- Add 1/2 cup of cooked white beans for a vegetarian version

Tips and Tricks:
- Use fresh herbs for more flavor
- Use a good quality white wine for the best flavor
- Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed

Storage Instructions:
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating Instructions:
Reheat in a pot over medium heat until warmed through.

Presentation Ideas:
Serve in individual bowls with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a slice of lemon.

Garnishes:
Fresh parsley, lemon slices

Pairings:
Serve with crusty bread or steamed rice.

Suggested Side Dishes:
Green salad, roasted vegetables

Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the stew is too thick, add a bit more vegetable broth.
- If the stew is too thin, simmer for a few more minutes.

Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure to use fresh, high-quality seafood.
- Cook the seafood until it is cooked through.

Food History:
This dish is inspired by the traditional fish stew from the Brazilian city of Jacobina.

Flavor Profiles:
This stew is savory and slightly spicy with a hint of sweetness from the tomatoes.

Serving Suggestions:
Serve with crusty bread and a green salad.

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Region: Brazilian

Taste: Savory, Tangy, Spicy, Herbal, Aromatic