Coconut Lime Fish Soup

🥣 Coconut Lime Fish Soup

Ingredients (4 servings):

1 lb (450 g) firm white fish fillets (cod, halibut, snapper, or tilapia), cut into chunks

1 tbsp olive oil or coconut oil

1 small onion, finely chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated

1–2 red chilies, finely sliced (optional, for heat)

1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced

4 cups chicken or vegetable broth

1 can (14 oz) coconut milk (full fat for creaminess)

2 tbsp fish sauce (or soy sauce for milder flavor)

Zest and juice of 2 limes

1 tsp brown sugar (optional, balances flavors)

Salt and black pepper, to taste

Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Lime wedges, for serving

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Instructions:

1. Sauté the aromatics

In a large pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and ginger. Cook until fragrant, about 2–3 minutes.

2. Add veggies & spices

Stir in the bell pepper and chili. Cook another 2 minutes.

3. Build the broth

Pour in broth, coconut milk, fish sauce, lime zest, lime juice, and brown sugar. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.

4. Cook the fish

Add fish chunks to the simmering broth. Cook 5–7 minutes, until the fish is opaque and flakes easily.

5. Season to taste

Adjust salt, pepper, or more lime juice to your liking.

6. Serve

Ladle soup into bowls. Garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges. Pairs beautifully with jasmine rice or crusty bread.

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✨ Tip: You can also add shrimp or mussels for extra seafood richness, or toss in spinach or bok choy before serving for a fresh veggie boost.