Instant Pot Fish Stew

If you've been looking for a hearty and healthy meal to keep you warm this winter, you might want to try this delicious Instant Pot fish stew that is loaded with nutritious vegetables and delicious fish.

In just 20 minutes, you can have a healthy and tasty meal that will become an instant family favorite.

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Why This Recipe Works

This amazing recipe works because it's healthy and delicious, plus you can make it in large batches to freeze for another day.

I really love finding recipes that make my life easier. By doubling this recipe, you can portion it out and freeze the portions for a day when you are running short on time or just don't feel like cooking.

Additionally, because white fish like sea bass is such an excellent source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids, you can feel good about eating it. Not to mention how it helps boost your immune system and clear out your sinuses as we head into cold and flu season.

Ingredients

White Fish:

For this Instant Pot fish stew, you can really use any type of firm white fish that you like. Cod, halibut, haddock, sea bass, and tilapia all make good additions to this Instant Pot fish stew recipe. However, it's important to make sure that you choose thin fillets so that they cook through. If your fillets are thicker, you might want to add an additional minute or two of cooking time. Furthermore, you can use either fresh or frozen fish for this recipe, just ensure you adjust your cook time appropriately.

Fish Broth:

While the original recipe calls for fish stock, seafood stock, or seafood broth, you can also use vegetable broth, vegetable stock, or chicken broth instead if that is all you have.

Seasonings:

As always with these recipes, feel free to make it your own. This Instant Pot fish stew recipe only calls for smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. However, you can add whatever flavors you want to your fish stew. Red pepper flakes, fresh thyme, or even some clam juice can create an absolutely delicious fish stew.

Veggies:

This Instant Pot fish stew only calls for potatoes, carrots, and diced tomatoes. However, much like with your seasonings, you can feel free to get creative with the vegetables cooked in your fish stew. Corn, peas, red peppers, sweet potatoes, bell peppers, yellow onions, red potatoes, and even mushrooms taste great in this fish stew.

How to Make Instant Pot Fish Stew

Step One: Set your Instant Pot to sautee on high for 5 minutes, then add olive oil, onion, and garlic to cook.

Step Two: Once onions begin to look opaque, after 1 or 2 minutes, add in the white wine.

Step Three: Add your fish broth, water, carrots, potatoes, diced tomatoes, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to the Instant Pot. Stir to incorporate. Put the lid on your Instant Pot and pressure cook on high pressure for 5 minutes.

Step Four: Do a quick release and carefully remove the lid, taking care to avoid the steam. Activate sautee mode again for another 5 minutes, then stir in coconut milk, add fish fillets and bring to a simmer, then add lemon juice.

Step Five: Spoon into bowls and top with fresh chopped cilantro (optional). Serve while hot, and enjoy!

Tips

• Added shrimp, muscles, clams, scallops, and shrimp will make this a true seafood stew.

What to Serve With Instant Pot Fish Stew

While this Instant Pot fish stew is quite hearty on its own, we've got some delicious side dishes that would pair really well with a hot bowl of fish stew.

I am a big fan of dipping bread into my stew. For that reason, I always enjoy making this delicious Instant Pot rosemary bread anytime I make a fish soup or stew. Sandwiches like this Instant Pot Philly cheesesteak are also great for dipping in your fish soup or stew.

Sometimes I even enjoy serving my stew atop a bed of white rice like this Instant Pot basmati rice, coconut rice, or even cauliflower rice to make it a little heartier and more fulfilling.

FAQs

How long can Instant Pot fish stew leftovers be stored?

Instant Pot fish stew leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days in the fridge or 3 weeks in the freezer, making this a great recipe for meal prep. Simply double up the recipe, portion it all out into individual servings, and the next time you are pressed for time or simply don't want to cook, you've already got fish stew in the freezer ready to go!

Can I add shrimp or clams?

Sure! For full instructions check out this Instant Pot Seafood Stew recipe.

Is Instant Pot fish stew healthy?

White fish is an excellent source of protein, several essential nutrients, and Omega-3 fatty acids making this a good recipe for a delicious and nutritious meal.

Additionally, broth and vegetables are also loaded with important vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. This stew may help to boost your immune system and fight off any coughs or colds that might be invading your headspace.

Can I make fish stock in my Instant Pot?

You can, and it's super easy. It's as simple as tossing a bunch of ingredients into the Instant Pot and allowing the pressure cooker to do its thing. You can try this Instant Pot chicken stock recipe and replace the chicken with 2 lbs of fish heads to make a fish stock, or you can try making this Instant Pot seafood stock instead.

More Seafood Recipes

If you love this amazing recipe, check out these other recipes that are easy and healthy as well:

Portuguese Fish Stew

Air Fryer Haddock

Shrimp And Polenta

Instant Pot Tilapia

Paella