Seafood Zharkoye with Shrimp and Mussels

Seafood Zharkoye with Shrimp and Mussels is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for any seafood lover. This dish is a combination of succulent shrimp and plump mussels cooked in a rich and flavorful broth with vegetables and spices.

To make this Seafood Zharkoye with Shrimp and Mussels, you will need the following ingredients per serving:

- 4-5 large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4-5 mussels, cleaned and debearded
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 small carrot, chopped
- 1 small potato, peeled and cubed
- 1 small tomato, chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup water or seafood broth

To start, heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, carrot, and potato and sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened. Add the garlic, bay leaf, paprika, thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper and stir to combine.
Add the chopped tomato and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the tomato has softened. Add the water or seafood broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10-15 minutes until the vegetables are fully cooked.
Add the shrimp and mussels to the pot and cover with a lid. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the shrimp are pink and the mussels have opened up. Discard any mussels that do not open.
Serve the Seafood Zharkoye with Shrimp and Mussels hot with crusty bread or rice. The dish is a perfect combination of tender shrimp and mussels in a rich and flavorful broth with vegetables and spices. The appearance of the dish is colorful and appetizing, with the bright red of the shrimp and the green of the vegetables. The taste is savory and satisfying, with a hint of spice from the paprika and thyme.
Type of dish: Seafood Stew
Main ingredients: Shrimp, Mussels, Vegetables