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Coconut Lime Fish Soup

Coconut Lime Fish Soup: A Creamy Tropical Escape

Experience the vibrant flavors of Coconut Lime Fish Soup, a quick and easy dish that transports you to Southeast Asia.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Southeast Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 pound White Fish Fillets Use cod, tilapia, salmon or shrimp.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Or any neutral oil.
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Freshly grated.
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Diced.
  • 1 can Coconut Milk Light coconut milk is a good option.
  • 3 cups Fish or Chicken Broth Or vegetable broth for vegetarian option.
For Flavoring
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 2 tablespoons Fish Sauce Or soy sauce for vegetarian.
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Optional.
  • Salt and Pepper To taste.
For Garnish
  • 1 handful Fresh Cilantro Chopped.
  • 2 Lime Wedges For serving.

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 finely chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  2. Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon of freshly grated ginger. Cook for 1 minute.
  3. Add 1 diced red bell pepper and sauté for 3-4 minutes until tender.
  4. Pour in 1 can of coconut milk and 3 cups of fish or chicken broth. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Add the juice of 2 limes, 2 tablespoons of fish sauce, and 1 teaspoon of sugar. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Add 1 pound of white fish fillets and simmer for 5-7 minutes until fish is opaque.
  7. Stir in a handful of freshly chopped cilantro and let it rest before serving.
  8. Ladle the soup into bowls and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh fish for the best flavor. Adjust spice levels to preference.

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