Kitchen Basics Seafood Stock – Time-Saving Stock for Busy Meal Preppers, Pack of 4
Kitchen Basics Seafood Stock – Time-Saving Stock for Busy Meal Preppers, Pack of 4
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Why you'll love it
- Slow-simmered hours of flavor saves the time of making stock from scratch
- Gluten-free and no artificial flavors appeals to clean-label and dietary-restricted buyers
- Larger 32 oz carton and Pack of 4 option reduce frequent restocking
- Versatile across seafood, rice, and pasta dishes so one carton serves many meals
- Trusted Del Monte / Kitchen Basics brand heritage in shelf-stable cooking staples
- authentic seafood flavor close to homemade
- natural flavor without artificial or overly processed taste
- pours smoothly without clumping or separating
- good balance of savory notes without being too salty
- wholesome without undesired spices
- packaging keeps stock fresh on shelf a long time
- shelf-stable cartons convenient for pantry storage
- easy to transfer to containers/pots
- half the price of local grocery store options
- freezes well for later use after opening (enough for two recipes)
Perfect for
- Quick base for gumbo, jambalaya, and shrimp creole
- Flavor base for seafood pasta, paella, and risotto
- Ready-to-use stock for fish chowders, bisques, and stews
- Bulk pantry stock-up to avoid running out mid-recipe
- Sautéing liquid for shellfish, rice, and pilafs
- seafood stuffing
- salmon stew
- seafood boil (snow crab legs, shrimp)
- risottos
- paellas
- vegetable soups for richer base
- sauces
- grains
- seafood étouffée
- bouillabaisse
- Cajun/Creole dishes
- fish stock for cooking fish (keeps fish juicy and flaky)
Why Kitchen Basics
Many varieties with at least 45% Less Sodium than the Leading Regular Broth*
Chef's Quality Ingredients: Made only from all natural, high-quality ingredients
Slow simmered for hours using premium herbs and spices
No Artificial Flavors
Product Information
Elevate your cooking with Kitchen Basics Original Seafood Stock, made with flavorful ingredients and slow-simmered for hours Enjoy the rich, full-bodied flavors of fish and tender veggies, complemented by a blend of savory herbs and spices Made with no artificial flavors, our gluten-free stock is the perfect way to enhance the taste of any dish From gumbo to seafood pasta, our versatile seafood stock adds a delicious depth of flavor to any recipe With its larger carton packaging, you can easily stock your pantry shelves and unleash your inner chef for all your cooking adventures
Product Dimensions : 3.75 x 2.31 x 7.88 inches; 2 Pounds Item model number : 00033701 UPC : 611443340310 Manufacturer : Del Monte Foods Inc. Units : 32 Fluid Ounces Best Sellers Rank: #6,661 in Grocery & Gourmet Food
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the larger 32 oz carton mean fewer restocking trips?
Yes. The 32 oz size holds enough stock for approximately two recipes, and a Pack of 4 option reduces the need for frequent repurchasing so your pantry stays stocked.
Can I use this straight from the carton to save time mid-recipe?
Yes. It is a ready-to-use stock, so you can pour it directly into your pot without thawing, reconstituting, or simmering from scratch, keeping your cooking flow uninterrupted.
Does the Pack of 4 help me stay stocked for weekly meal prep?
Yes. Buying in a Pack of 4 keeps your pantry reliably supplied, which is ideal for meal preppers running several seafood, rice, or pasta dishes each week.
Can I freeze leftover stock for later recipes?
Yes. After opening, the stock freezes well for later use, so you can store portions for future meals without waste.
Does this stock pour smoothly so I can move quickly while cooking?
Yes. It is designed to pour smoothly without clumping or separating, so you can measure and add it quickly during a fast-paced cook.
Is this a good time-saving base for weeknight seafood dinners?
Yes. It replaces hours of slow simmering with a ready-to-use seafood stock, letting you get a flavorful gumbo, jambalaya, or seafood pasta on the table faster.
Will this stock help me power through multiple recipes in one cook session?
Yes. One 32 oz carton covers about two recipes, and the versatile flavor works across gumbo, paella, risotto, soups, grains, and sauces, so you can batch efficiently.
Can I use this as a shortcut when building a gumbo or étouffée?
Yes. You can warm it briefly in the microwave before adding to a roux, which acts as a quick gumbo shortcut without sacrificing depth of flavor.
Is this better value than buying smaller cartons of stock repeatedly?
Yes. It is priced at roughly half the price of many local grocery store options, and the 32 oz size plus Pack of 4 option lower cost per use.
How does this compare to bouillon cubes or paste for busy cooks?
It delivers slow-simmered seafood flavor in liquid form, so you avoid the prep, measuring, and artificial aftertaste that can come with cubes or pastes.
How does this compare to canned seafood stock for speed and quality?
It pours smoothly without clumping or separating, has a fresher, more homemade taste, and comes in an easy-to-pour carton that speeds up prep versus cans.
Is the carton easy to handle and store when I am cooking quickly?
Yes. The shelf-stable carton is easy to grip, pours cleanly into pots, and is simple to transfer into containers, which keeps your cooking workflow efficient.
Will this stock really save me hours on a busy cooking day?
Yes. The slow-simmered flavor is already built in, so you skip the time it takes to simmer fish bones, vegetables, and aromatics from scratch.
How do I use this seafood stock in a recipe?
Use it as a 1:1 replacement for broth, stock, or water in any seafood-forward recipe. It works as a base for gumbo, jambalaya, shrimp creole, seafood pasta, paella, risotto, étouffée, bouillabaisse, seafood boils, fish chowders, bisques, and stews, and as a sautéing liquid for shellfish, rice, and pilafs.
Can I warm the stock in the microwave before adding it to a roux?
Yes. You can warm it briefly in the microwave before whisking it into a roux, which is a common gumbo shortcut that helps the roux blend smoothly and keeps the cooking process moving.
How should I store this stock after opening?
Refrigerate any unused portion in a sealed container for short-term use, or freeze it in portions for later recipes. The stock freezes well, and one 32 oz carton provides enough for approximately two recipes.
Is this stock compatible with gluten-free and allergen-conscious diets?
Yes. It is certified gluten-free and made with no artificial flavors, so it is suitable for gluten-free households and clean-label shoppers. Always check the carton for the most current allergen and ingredient information.
Can I use this stock for non-seafood dishes like vegetable soup or grains?
Yes. It works as a general cooking stock beyond seafood, adding depth to vegetable soups, grain dishes, pilafs, and sauces whenever you want a savory base.
What is in the box when I order this product?
You will receive a single 32 fluid ounce shelf-stable carton of Kitchen Basics Seafood Stock, or a Pack of 4 cartons depending on the variant you select. No additional accessories are required to begin using it.
Is this product safe to consume and properly packaged?
Yes. The stock is packaged in a sealed, shelf-stable carton that keeps it fresh on the shelf for a long time, and the brand follows standard food safety practices for shelf-stable broths. Always check the seal and best-by date before use.
Will the stock arrive fresh given that it is shelf-stable?
Yes. Shelf-stable cartons are designed to remain fresh at room temperature in transit and in storage, so you can order with confidence that it will arrive ready to use.
What is the difference between seafood stock and chicken or vegetable broth?
Seafood stock is simmered with fish, shellfish, and complementary vegetables and herbs, producing a lighter, briny, ocean-forward flavor that pairs naturally with shrimp, crab, fish, and rice dishes. Chicken and vegetable broths deliver a meatier or earthier profile and do not provide the same authentic seafood character for gumbo, paella, cioppino, and similar recipes.
