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Sauté the onion and red bell pepper until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.","group":"Base","title":"Heat the olive oil","timerMinutes":6,"sourceTitle":"Base"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes to deepen the color. Pour in the fish stock and coconut milk. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.","group":"Broth","title":"Stir in the tomato paste","timerMinutes":12,"sourceTitle":"Broth"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Season the broth with salt and pepper. Add the fish chunks and squid rings. Simmer for 5 minutes.","group":"Seafood","title":"Season the broth","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Seafood"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Add the shrimp and mussels. Cover the pot and cook for another 5-7 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque, and the mussels have opened completely. Discard any mussels that remain closed.","group":"Seafood","title":"Add the shrimp and mussels","timerMinutes":7,"sourceTitle":"Seafood"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Turn off the heat. Stir in the fresh chopped cilantro. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately.","group":"Finish","title":"Turn off the heat","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Finish"}],"notes":"Serve hot with white rice, avocado slices, and coconut rice for an authentic coastal experience. 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