This is a basic fish stock, ideal for poaching fish, soups and sauces.

Ready

• 3 pounds any fish scraps [heads, bones, tails]
• About 3 litres of water
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 celery sticks, chopped
• 1 carrot, chopped
• 1 fennel bulb, chopped
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon peppercorns

Set

• Large stock pot
• Sieve
• Container

Go

1. Add all the ingredients to the stock pot.
2. Bring to the boil and skim any scum that forms from the top.
3. Simmer for 30-45 minutes.
4. Strain through a fine sieve into a container.