Shellfish Stock

Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
60%
Shellfish Stock
45 min.
10
455kcal

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If you’re passionate about seafood, there's nothing quite like a homemade shellfish stock to elevate your culinary creations. This rich and flavorful broth forms the perfect base for a variety of dishes, from soups to risottos, enhancing their taste with the essence of ocean delicacies. Packed with aromatic vegetables and the essence of lobster shells, this stock is not just a serious flavor enhancer but also a very healthy addition to your kitchen repertoire.

Made without any dairy, this shellfish stock is a wonderful choice for those seeking lighter, cleaner flavors in their meals. The combination of coarsely chopped carrots, celery, and fennel adds a delightful depth, while the roasted lobster shells contribute a luxurious body that is hard to replicate with store-bought varieties. Whether you're preparing a classic lobster bisque or a fresh seafood stew, this stock will be the star component that your friends and family will rave about.

With a prep time of just 45 minutes and enough to serve 10, it’s an excellent option for dinner parties or family gatherings. Plus, the recipe yields enough to freeze for future culinary adventures. So, roll up your sleeves and dive into the art of stock-making—it’s a rewarding experience that will undoubtedly elevate your dishes to gourmet status!

Ingredients

  • cup carrots coarsely chopped
  • cups celery coarsely chopped
  • cups fennel bulb coarsely chopped
  • pound onions peeled halved
  • 2.5 pounds lobster shells ( 4 small lobsters)
  • tablespoons no salt-added tomato paste 
  • quarts water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • paper towels
  • oven
  • pot
  • sieve
  • roasting pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 45
  2. Arrange shells in an even layer in a shallow roasting pan.
  3. Bake at 450 for 30 minutes or until toasted.
  4. Transfer shells to an 8-quart stockpot.
  5. Add celery, fennel, carrot, tomato paste, and onions to pot; stir well to combine.
  6. Pour water over vegetable mixture; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 4 hours, skimming surface occasionally.
  7. Strain stock through a sieve into a large bowl; discard solids. Strain again through a paper towel-lined sieve. Cool the stock to room temperature. Cover and chill stock. Refrigerate stock in an airtight container for up to 2 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts

Calories455kcal
Protein14.1%
Fat3.74%
Carbs82.16%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.78
Glycemic Load
36.01
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
18.645217491233%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.19mg
Apigenin
0.58mg
Luteolin
0.24mg
Isorhamnetin
2.27mg
Kaempferol
0.37mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
9.35mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:454.94kcal
22.75%
Fat:1.87g
2.88%
Saturated Fat:0.36g
2.28%
Carbohydrates:92.61g
30.87%
Net Carbohydrates:86.86g
31.59%
Sugar:6.9g
7.67%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:91.6mg
3.98%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:15.9g
31.8%
Selenium:72.28µg
103.26%
Manganese:1.18mg
59.02%
Vitamin A:2302.09IU
46.04%
Phosphorus:248.16mg
24.82%
Fiber:5.75g
23.01%
Copper:0.46mg
22.86%
Magnesium:77.43mg
19.36%
Vitamin K:19.19µg
18.28%
Potassium:517.07mg
14.77%
Vitamin B6:0.26mg
13.16%
Zinc:1.84mg
12.24%
Vitamin B3:2.38mg
11.9%
Folate:43.82µg
10.95%
Iron:1.87mg
10.39%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.28%
Vitamin C:7.53mg
9.12%
Calcium:70.42mg
7.04%
Vitamin B5:0.67mg
6.74%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.45%
Vitamin E:0.51mg
3.41%
Source:My Recipes