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Nutritional Values
500kcal
40gProtein
15gCarbs
18gFat
3gFibre
400 gServing
* Per serving · 400 g. May vary.
Allergens
🐟 Fish
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Brodetto
How to order / say it
Say it
Brudet — [Broo-det]
Order
I'd like the brodetto, please.
Locally
Molim vas brudet.
Say locally
A rich fisherman's stew made with various local fish, tomato, and wine.
Why try it?
Brodetto embodies the spirit of coastal living in Dubrovnik, highlighting the importance of the Adriatic Sea in local cuisine.
How it tastes
Flavors are robust and hearty with a mix of marine salinity and acidity from tomatoes, while wine adds a depth of flavor.
Origin & History — first documented: 1300
Evolving from humble roots in the Middle Ages, Brudet was crafted by fishermen to utilize unsold catch, merging Mediterranean ingredients in a hearty stew.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🐟 400 g mixed fish
- 🥕 200 g tomato
- 🍷 150 ml white wine
- 🧄 1 medium onion
- 🧄 2 cloves garlic
- 🌿 10 g parsley
Method
- 1 Sauté onions and garlic in olive oil until soft.
- 2 Add tomatoes and wine, simmering to reduce.
- 3 Layer fish into the pot, ensuring they're submerged.
- 4 Cook until fish is tender and flaky.
- 5 Serve with fresh parsley and crusty bread.
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