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Coconut Lime Fish Soup

Coconut Lime Fish Soup: A Tropical Delight in Every Spoonful

Experience a tropical escape with this Coconut Lime Fish Soup, blending creamy coconut milk and zesty lime flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood, Tropical
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 pound White Fish Fillets (cod, halibut, or tilapia) Cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil For sautéing
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Grated
  • 4 cups Broth (Vegetable or Fish) Low-sodium recommended
  • 1 can Coconut Milk Full-fat for richness
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper Diced, red or yellow
For the Flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Fish Sauce Or soy sauce for a non-fish substitute
  • 2 medium Limes Juice and zest
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Garnish & Serving
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped, optional
  • 2 slices Lime Wedges For serving

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Fish: Cut white fish fillets into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
  2. Heat Oil: In a large pot, heat vegetable oil over medium heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes.
  3. Sauté Aromatics: Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and grated ginger, sauté for 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add Broth: Pour in broth, stir gently to combine, and bring to a gentle simmer, about 5 minutes.
  5. Incorporate Coconut Milk: Stir in coconut milk, simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
  6. Mix in Veggies: Add cherry tomatoes and diced bell pepper, simmer for about 5 minutes.
  7. Season the Soup: Stir in fish sauce, lime juice, and zest, adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  8. Cook the Fish: Gently add fish pieces, cook for 5-7 minutes until opaque.
  9. Final Adjustments: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  10. Serve: Ladle soup into bowls, garnish with cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 25gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Always taste and adjust seasoning before serving. A little extra lime juice can enhance the flavors.

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