"My sis Helen gave me this recipe many (many, many)years ago and it has never failed to please. If you use fresh ingredients then prep time is longer then cook time but it's worth it.. I've done it both ways and it was delicious either way...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 dozen littleneck clams, in the shell
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1 1/4 lbs raw shrimp
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1 lb sea scallops or 1 lb bay scallop
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1 lb halibut
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1 1/2 cups chopped green onions
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5 cloves garlic, crushed
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1/4 cup olive oil (salad oil can be used)
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4 tomatoes, diced (peeled, fresh or canned)
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1 tablespoon salt
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1 1/2 teaspoons fennel seeds
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1 teaspoon pepper
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1 teaspoon grated orange rind
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1/2-1 teaspoon saffron thread
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16 ounces clam juice
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1 cup water