Cazuela de Mariscos al Guajillo (Seafood Stew)
Prawns, mussels, squid and cod in a rich tomato and guajillo broth, a generous stew for sharing.
Made with Guajillo adobo paste and Corn tortillas from masa harina. Make a batch of the base first, then this takes minutes. Skip to the method
- Time45 min
- LevelMedium
- Costabout £5.20 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Check the mussels. Discard any with cracked shells or any open ones that do not close when tapped firmly on the worktop.
- 2
Heat the oil in a wide casserole over a medium heat and fry the onion for 6 minutes until soft. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
7 min - 3
Stir in your ready made guajillo adobo paste (see the base recipe) and fry for 2 minutes, then add the tomatoes and vegetable stock. Simmer for 10 minutes until slightly thickened.
12 min - 4
Add the cod and squid and simmer for 3 minutes. Add the mussels, cover and cook for 3 minutes.
6 min - 5
Add the prawns, cover and cook for 3 to 4 minutes more, until the prawns are pink, the squid is opaque and the mussels have opened. Discard any mussels that stay shut.
4 min - 6
Stir in the lime juice and coriander. Serve in wide bowls with warm corn tortillas (see the base recipe).
Tips
- Cook the sauce first, then add the seafood in order of cooking time: fish and squid, then mussels, then prawns.
- Do not stir too much after the cod goes in, or it breaks up.
- Squid turns tough with long cooking. It needs either about 3 minutes or an hour, so keep it short.
Storing and freezing
Best eaten fresh. If you must keep leftovers, cool within 1 hour and keep in the fridge for up to 1 day, reheated until steaming hot all the way through. Do not freeze.
Questions
Can I use frozen seafood mix?
Yes. A bag of frozen mixed seafood works. Thaw fully, drain and add it near the end for 3 to 4 minutes only.
Is this dish dairy free and gluten free?
Yes. It uses no dairy, egg or gluten, provided the vegetable stock cube is gluten free and the tortillas are pure corn. It contains shellfish and fish.
What can I serve with it?
Warm corn tortillas, rice or crusty bread (not gluten free). The broth is made for mopping.
More made with guajillo adobo paste
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.