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Bowl of Coconut Lime Fish Soup with fresh ingredients and vibrant colors

Coconut Lime Fish Soup

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A refreshing and comforting soup combining coconut milk, lime, and fish, perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Asian, Tropical
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 450 grams white fish fillets (cod, halibut, or tilapia), cut into portions
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated Fresh ginger is recommended for best flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon red curry paste
  • 400 milliliters coconut milk Can use low-fat coconut milk for a healthier option.
  • 480 milliliters chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 lime Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
  • Lime wedges, for serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat the fish fillets dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and black pepper. Set them aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally until softened.
  3. Stir in garlic, ginger, and red curry paste. Cook for 1 minute until the mixture becomes fragrant.
  4. Pour in the coconut milk and broth. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Add the seasoned fish fillets to the simmering liquid. Cover partially and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  6. Stir in the fish sauce and lime juice. Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or lime juice if needed.
  7. Ladle the soup into individual bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 14gSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

Best served hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
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