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Bouillabaisse, and where to source it

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Boil the broth hard, not gently, so the olive oil emulsifies into the fish stock instead of floating on top.

By Vince Gonzalez · Published July 2026 · Sourcing verified 5 Jul 2026

Prep40 min
Cook1 hr
MakesServes 6
CuisineFrench
Cost$$$
VeganGluten-free
The Ingredients — and where to get them
Cook for 6 servings
Mixed rockfish and conger eel
3 lb
3 lb
Local / market
Fennel bulb
1
1 bulb
Local / market
Ripe tomatoes
4
4
Local / market
Saffron threads
1 pinch
1 pinch
Leeks
2
2
Local / market
Garlic
6 cloves
6 cloves
Olive oil
1/2 cup
1/2 cup
Orange peel
1 strip
1 strip
The Rundown
Greedometer ●●●● Squeaky clean
About as virtuous as dinner gets.
EffortSome doing
Cook it with
Instant PotSlow cookerOne-pot
The Method
  1. Sweat sliced leeks, fennel, and garlic in olive oil, then add chopped tomatoes, orange peel, and saffron.12 min
  2. Add the bony small fish and cover with boiling water. Boil vigorously so the oil emulsifies.25 min
  3. Strain and press the broth through a sieve, pushing the fish pulp through.10 min
  4. Return broth to a hard boil and poach the firm fish fillets by type, largest first.10 min
  5. Serve the broth over toasted bread with rouille, then the fish as a second plate.5 min
The Toolkit

Wide heavy pot · Fine sieve · Fish tweezers

Straight Answers
Can you make Bouillabaisse in an air fryer? — Yes, with an insert

Not on its own — an air fryer can’t hold a pool of liquid. You can simmer it in an oven-safe dish or a silicone insert made to fit the basket, but the broth won’t reduce or brown the way it does on the stove, and that insert comes out scorching, so use oven mitts. For real depth, a pot on the stove wins.

Can you freeze Bouillabaisse? — Yes

Yes — it freezes well. Cool it fully, portion into airtight containers, and it keeps a few months; thaw in the fridge and reheat gently.

Can you make Bouillabaisse ahead of time? — Yes

Yes — it holds well and often tastes better the next day. Make it ahead and reheat gently before serving.

Is Bouillabaisse gluten-free? — Yes

Yes — nothing in this recipe as written contains gluten. As always, glance at the labels on any packaged items (broth, sauces, chocolate), since brands vary.

Is Bouillabaisse vegan? — Yes

Yes — no meat, seafood, dairy, egg, or honey in it as written.

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