Homemade Fish Stock

Homemade Fish Stock

To be used in a wide variety of seafood dishes. Use only light-flavored fish. It can be frozen in small quantities for ease of use.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
40 mins
Total Time:
55 mins
Yield:
5 to 6 – cups
Servings:
10

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds fish heads, bones, and trimmings
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 leeks, white part only, thinly sliced
  • 1 carrot, chopped
  • 1 rib celery, chopped
  • 1 cup dry white wine
  • 2 ½ quarts water
  • 1 bouquet garni
  • 10 whole black peppercorns
  • 3 thick slices of lemon

Directions

Step 1
Wash fish in cold water and drain well.

Step 2
Melt butter in a pan over low heat. Add leeks, carrot, and celery; cook until softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Add fish parts, wine, and water and bring to a boil, about 5 minutes. Skim and discard residue. Add bouquet garni, peppercorns, and lemon; return to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes; skim and discard residue frequently.

Step 3
Strain stock into a bowl through a colander lined with cheesecloth. Allow to cool before storing in the refrigerator for up to a week or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Cook’s Notes:

Try using red wine in place of white, if you prefer.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

214
Calories
8g
Fat
9g
Carbs
26g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 10
Calories 214
% Daily Value *
Total Fat8g 10%
Saturated Fat2g 8%
Cholesterol6mg 2%
Sodium23mg 1%
Total Carbohydrate9g 3%
Dietary Fiber3g 11%
Total Sugars1g
Protein26g
Vitamin C29mg 144%
Calcium50mg 4%
Iron1mg 6%
Potassium150mg 3%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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