Seafood stews from around the world have distinct ingredients but the similarities are clear. Since there is no meat to brown, steps 2 - 5 go quickly, so get a early start on the veggies! Preliminaries For a total of 2 - 4 pounds of raw seafood: peel and devein shrimp (or buy it that way), scallops or sturdy white fish such as cod or halibut cut into in large chunks. For extra flavor and panache, scrub clean a pound of clams, mussels or octopus. Rinse in a colander, put the … [Read more...]