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Coconut Lime Fish Soup

Coconut Lime Fish Soup: A Tropical Comfort in Every Spoonful

Coconut Lime Fish Soup is a flavorful, nutritious dish packed with fresh ingredients and tropical flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: International, Tropical
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 pound white fish fillets cod or tilapia works beautifully
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil avocado oil is a great substitute
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger grated
  • 1 medium red bell pepper sliced
For the Broth
  • 1 can coconut milk offers a creamy texture
  • 4 cups fish or chicken broth opt for vegetable broth for vegetarian
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice fresh juice makes all the difference
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce tamari for gluten-free option
  • 1 teaspoon sugar can be omitted or swapped
  • salt and pepper essential for seasoning
For the Garnish
  • 1 handful fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 lime wedges for serving

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add one chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes or until it becomes translucent.
  2. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon of grated ginger to the pot. Cook for an additional minute.
  3. Toss in one sliced red bell pepper and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until it softens.
  4. Pour in 1 can of coconut milk and 4 cups of broth into the pot, stirring well to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Add the juice of 2 limes, 2 tablespoons of fish sauce, and 1 teaspoon of sugar into the broth. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Gently place your white fish fillets into the pot and let it simmer for another 5-7 minutes until cooked through.
  7. Once the fish is cooked, stir in a handful of chopped fresh cilantro.
  8. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with lime wedges. Enjoy warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a creamier soup, consider reducing the broth or letting it simmer longer.

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