Note: There are hundreds of fish stews from place to place around the Mediterranean. The sea has provided food and inspiration to mariners and cooks forever. You can use frozen fish fillets here if you like, but the flavor of fresh fish, regardless of whether you’re in the Mediterranean or elsewhere is unsurpassed.
2medium ripe tomatoespeeled, seeded, and finely chopped, with their juices
½cupdry white wine
2poundsmixed fresh fish fillets such as snappercod, sea bass, swordfish, tile fish, and halibut, cut into large pieces
Greek sea salt and freshly ground pepper
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a wide, heavy pot over medium heat, add the onions and garlic, and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the parsley and tomatoes. Raise the heat and bring to a simmer. Add 1 cup water and the wine.
Cook , partially covered, for 10 minutes. Add the fish, cover, and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve.
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