Description
Delight your taste buds with this Coconut Lime Fish Soup! A comforting, creamy broth with zesty lime, tender fish, and fresh cilantro makes for a quick and healthy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger, grated
- 1 bell pepper (red or yellow), diced
- 1 can (400 ml) coconut milk
- 3 cups fish or vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce (optional, for depth)
- 1 pound (450 g) white fish fillets (such as cod, tilapia, or snapper), cut into bite-sized pieces
- Juice and zest of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Prepare the Soup Base
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté the diced onion until translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir in the diced bell pepper and sauté for another 2 minutes until slightly softened.
2. Build the Broth
- Pour in coconut milk and fish or vegetable broth, stirring to combine.
- Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add fish sauce (if using), lime juice, and lime zest.
- Season with salt and pepper, then simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
3. Cook the Fish
- Gently add the bite-sized white fish pieces to the pot.
- Simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the fish is tender and flakes easily.
4. Serve and Garnish
- Ladle the soup into bowls.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Serve with lime wedges for extra tang.
Notes
- For added heat, stir in red chili flakes or a diced chili pepper with the garlic and ginger.
- Substitute shrimp or scallops for the fish for a seafood variation.
- Serve with crusty bread or steamed rice for a heartier meal.
