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Coconut Lime Fish Soup

Coconut Lime Fish Soup: Tropical Comfort in Every Bite

Coconut Lime Fish Soup is a vibrant, creamy dish that combines coconut milk and fresh lime juice for a delightful meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Asian, Tropical
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 pound White Fish Fillets Cod, tilapia, salmon or shrimp work well.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Substitute with coconut oil for tropical flavor.
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Grated.
For the Broth
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Chopped.
  • 1 can Coconut Milk Approximately 13.5 ounces.
  • 2 cups Broth Fish or vegetable broth.
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Adjust to taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Fish Sauce Or soy sauce for vegetarian.
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar Optional.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 handful Fresh Cilantro Chopped, for garnish.
  • 1 lime Lime Wedges For serving.

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté chopped onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add chopped red bell pepper and cook for approximately 3-4 minutes.
  4. Pour in coconut milk and broth, stirring gently to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer, about 5 minutes.
  5. Season with lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, salt, and pepper to taste.
  6. Add fish fillets to the pot, cover, and let simmer for 5-7 minutes until cooked through.
  7. Remove from heat, stir in chopped cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Use fresh fish for the best flavor and texture. Adjust lime juice according to taste for a balanced flavor profile.

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