bouillabaisse
🇫🇷 A dish from France
Bouillabaisse is a traditional Provençal fish soup originating in the port city of Marseille. The word is originally a compound of the two Provençal verbs bouillir and baisser.
What gives it away
| 🥘Main ingredients | mixed fish, shellfish, saffron, fennel, tomato, olive oil, garlic |
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| 🔥Cooking method | slow-simmered seafood stew/soup |
| 👅Flavour & style | savory, aromatic, saffron-scented, served with garlicky bread and rouille |
| 🕒When it’s eaten | hearty main meal, coastal/port tradition |
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Frequently asked questions
Where does bouillabaisse come from?
bouillabaisse is a dish that originated in France.
What is bouillabaisse?
Bouillabaisse is a traditional Provençal fish soup originating in the port city of Marseille. The word is originally a compound of the two Provençal verbs bouillir and baisser.