Spicy Seafood Stew

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
4 cups seafood or chicken broth
1 pound white fish fillets (such as cod or halibut), cut into chunks
1/2 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 pound scallops
1 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste
Juice of 1 lemon

Instructions:

Sauté the Aromatics:
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the peppers are tender.
Add Spices:
Stir in the smoked paprika, ground cumin, crushed red pepper flakes, and dried thyme. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the spices become fragrant.
Incorporate Tomatoes and Broth:
Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juices and the seafood or chicken broth. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer. Let it cook for about 10 minutes to meld the flavors.
Cook the Seafood:
Add the chunks of white fish, shrimp, and scallops to the pot. Simmer gently for 5-7 minutes, or until the seafood is cooked through and opaque. Add the corn kernels and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Season and Finish:
Stir in the chopped parsley and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve:
Ladle the spicy seafood stew into bowls and serve hot, with crusty bread on the side for dipping.
Enjoy this hearty and zesty stew, perfect for warming up on a cool day!