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Coconut Lime Fish Soup

Coconut Lime Fish Soup: A Tropical Twist for Your Table

Coconut Lime Fish Soup is a comforting dish combining creamy coconut milk and bright lime, perfect for any time of year.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Asian, Tropical
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 pound White Fish Fillets Cod, tilapia, salmon, or shrimp can be used.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing.
  • 1 medium Onion Diced, use yellow or sweet varieties.
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) Aromatic enhancer.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger (grated) Adds warmth and spiciness.
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Sliced.
  • 1 can Coconut Milk Full-fat is recommended.
  • 3 cups Fish/Chicken Broth Or vegetable broth for vegetarian.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Fresh is best.
  • 2 tablespoons Fish Sauce Use soy sauce for vegetarian.
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar To balance flavors.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Basic seasonings.
  • 1 handful Fresh Cilantro Chopped, for garnish.
  • 2 Lime Wedges For serving.

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Coconut Lime Fish Soup Directions
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until translucent.
  2. Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger into the pot and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add sliced red bell pepper and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until it softens.
  4. Pour in coconut milk and fish or chicken broth, stir to combine, and bring to a gentle simmer for about 5 minutes.
  5. Add lime juice, fish sauce, and sugar. Season with salt and pepper, stirring to incorporate flavors.
  6. Carefully add white fish fillets to the pot and simmer for 5-7 minutes until fish is opaque.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in chopped cilantro.
  8. Ladle into bowls and garnish with lime wedges before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 1000mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh ingredients and adjust seasonings to taste. The soup can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and frozen for up to 2 months.

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