Caldeirada(Fisherman Stew)
Caldeirada(Fisherman Stew) is an moderately easy dinner. Made with 24 cherrystone clams or mussels, 6 tbsp. olive oil, 1 large onion, chopped, 1 small green pepper, chopped and 2 to 3 cloves garlic, minced, this recipe delivers authentic, satisfying flavors. Simple to make and full of bold, satisfying flavors.
Scrub the clams/mussels under running water.
Set aside. Saute the onion, pepper and garlic for 5 minutes in 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Add tomatoes and their liquid and bring to a boil. Cut the fish into 1 1/2-inch wide pieces.
If using squid, clean thoroughly and cut into 2 x 1/2-inch strips.
Place the clams/mussels in the bottom of a heavy kettle.
Pour 4 tablespoons olive oil in kettle.
Scatter 1/2 the vegetable mixture over the shellfish.
Add fish and squid; spread the rest of the vegetable mixture over the top.
Pour on the wine.
Cover and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat to low and simmer until clams are open and fish flakes easily, about 20 to 30 minutes.
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