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Nutritional Values

🔥450kcal
💪35gProtein
🌾28gCarbs
🥑14gFat
🌿4gFibre
⚖️400 gServing

* Per serving · 400 g. May vary.

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🐟 Fish

Majorcan Fish Stew

How to order / say it
Say it Caldereta Mallorquina — [kal-deh-REH-tah mah-yor-KEEN-ah]
Order I'd like the Majorcan fish stew, please.
Locally Me gustaría la caldereta mallorquina, por favor.
Say locally

Hearty stew with local fish, potatoes, and a tomato-wine broth.

Why try it?

This dish captures the essence of the island's maritime culture, offering a vibrant taste that showcases the fresh seafood Mallorca is known for. It's a tribute to the island's fishermen and traditional cooking methods.

How it tastes

The stew carries a robust and aromatic flavor with tender chunks of fresh fish, simmered gently in a tomato and wine broth infused with garlic and herbs. Potatoes add heartiness, resulting in a complex and comforting dish.

Origin & History — first documented: 1720

Dating back to the 18th century, the stew was originally a meal eaten by local fishermen who utilized the catch of the day to make nourishing meals at sea. Over time, it gained popularity as a staple of Mallorcan cuisine.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🐟 400 g white fish
  • 🥕 200 g potato
  • 🥕 150 g tomato
  • 🍷 100 ml white wine
  • 🧄 1 medium onion
  • 🧄 3 cloves garlic

Method

  1. 1 Sauté onions and garlic in olive oil until translucent.
  2. 2 Add diced tomatoes and potatoes, cooking until softened.
  3. 3 Pour in white wine, simmering briefly before adding fish.
  4. 4 Cook until fish is tender and the stew is flavorful.

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