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Coconut Lime Fish Soup

Coconut Lime Fish Soup: A Creamy, Zesty Comfort Bowl

Coconut Lime Fish Soup is a creamy, zesty dish that brings Southeast Asian flavors to your table, making it a must-try comfort food.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Southeast Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Can be replaced with coconut oil
  • 1 onion Chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger Grated
  • 1 red bell pepper Sliced
  • 1 pound white fish fillets Cut into bite-sized pieces
Broth
  • 1 can coconut milk
  • 3 cups fish or chicken broth Use vegetable broth for vegetarian version
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce Soy sauce for vegetarian version
  • 2 limes Juiced
  • 1 teaspoon sugar Can be omitted or replaced with honey or maple syrup
  • salt and pepper To taste
Garnishing
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro Chopped
  • lime wedges For serving

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon of grated ginger. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add 1 sliced red bell pepper to the pot and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until softened.
  4. Pour in 1 can of coconut milk and 3 cups of fish or chicken broth. Stir gently and bring to a simmer.
  5. Mix in the juice of 2 limes, 2 tablespoons of fish sauce, and 1 teaspoon of sugar. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Gently introduce 1 pound of white fish fillets into the broth and simmer for about 5-7 minutes until cooked through.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in ½ cup of chopped fresh cilantro.
  8. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, use fresh fish and vegetables. Adjust seasoning as per taste and serve immediately for best results.

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