Combri Fish Stew (cahm-bree)

Gobtober 2021 Prompt 3

Combri Fish Stew is a versatile seafood stew that originated in Atril as a humble fisherman's meal. It is made with a variety of fish — traditionally what was left in a fisherman's boat after selling their catch — with a rich base of onions, tomatoes, white wine, and olive oil. It is seasoned with a variety of fresh herbs to the cook's taste. Rosemary and sage are commonly used to accentuate the flavors of the dish, although other herbs are sometimes used instead.

Recipe

To make Combri fish stew, the onions must first be browned in the bottom of the pot. Crushed tomatoes are then added with the olive oil and the mixture is allowed to heat up before the white wine and pre-cooked fish are added. Then, after the mixture is again allowed to heat, fresh herbs are lightly bruised before being added to the pot. The dish is ready to be served after the herbs sit for five minutes. Fileted and pan-seared fish is preferred for making Combri fish stew, although most cuts and methods of cooking are acceptable, provided that the fish is cut into chunks before being added to the dish.