Basic Fish Stock

Name: Basic Fish Stock
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: About 1 1/2 quarts
Ingredients: 1 large onion, peeled; 1 large carrot, peeled; 1 stalk celery, including top; 3 pounds bones, including heads, from nonoily fish such as sole or flounder; 6 cups water

By Regina Schrambling

Updated June 26, 2024

Total Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Rating: 4(25)
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Ingredients

Yield:About 1½ quarts

1large onion, peeled
1large carrot, peeled
1stalk celery, including top
3pounds bones, including heads, from nonoily fish such as sole or flounder
6cups water

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Preparation

Step 1
Chop the vegetables into quarter-inch cubes so they will infuse the maximum flavor to the broth. Place them in a stockpot that holds at least three quarts. Lay the fish bones on top. Pour the water over. Place over medium heat and bring very slowly to a boil, then immediately lower the heat. Simmer for 15 minutes.
Step 2
Remove the pot from the heat and let the stock cool completely before straining.