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Fish Stew


"This is an easy fish stew popular in Eastern North Carolina that goes especially well with cornbread. The cracked egg over the top and the tomato soup are optional, but sure delicious in this stew!"
Original recipe yield: 4 servings.
Prep Time:
15 Minutes
Cook Time:
30 Minutes
Ready In:
45 Minutes
Servings:
4

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 (15 ounce) can mackerel, undrained
  • 1 (10.75 ounce) can tomato soup (not condensed) (optional)
  • 4 potatoes, sliced
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • red pepper flakes (to taste)
  • 1 egg (optional)

DIRECTIONS:

  1. Place undrained mackerel, tomato soup (if using), potatoes, onion, and red pepper flakes in a medium stock pot. Add just enough water to cover.
  2. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, reduce to a simmer, and cook 30 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
  3. Break the egg over the stew, if desired, and serve.