Seafood Bread Bowl

Description:

This bread bowl has all the flavors of the Galician region of Spain. It’s a hearty dish that will warm the soul of a weary pilgrim. 

Serves: 4 People

Cook Time: 30 minutes

INGREDIENTS:

1/2 Minced Onion

2 Minced Cloves of Garlic

2 tsp Olive Oil

1 Large Circular Loaf of Bread

1/4 Pound Peeled and Deveined Shrimp

1/2 Pound Clams or Mussels, Cleaned

1/4 Cup White Wine

2-3 Tbsp Lemon Juice

2-3 Cups Seafood Stock

2 tsp Pepper

1 tsp Salt

2 Tbsp Fresh Cilantro Leaves

How To Make:

1. Core out a circular loaf of bread into the size of a bowl. Break the inner part of the bread into smaller pieces.  Add half back into the bowl.
2. In a large pan, heat 1 tsp olive oil and add the remaining cut up bread. Toast in the pan until golden brown.
3. Heat the rest of the olive oil in the pan and add the onions and garlic. Saute until onions become translucent.
4. Add clams or mussels and shrimp. Saute for a few minutes.
5. Add the white wine, lemon juice, and seafood stock. Cook until the clams or mussels open up and the shrimp turn pinkish-white.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Add a ladle of the broth and some of the seafood into the bread bowl, along with some of the toasted bread on top. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve.
8. For individual servings, use small loaves to create individual portions.