Description
Coconut Lime Fish Soup is a vibrant and comforting dish that brings a taste of the tropics to your table. With creamy coconut milk, zesty lime, and tender fish pieces, each spoonful is a delightful escape. Aromatic herbs enhance the soup’s fragrance, making it an irresistible choice for family dinners or summer gatherings. Quick and easy to prepare, this soup not only satisfies but also impresses with its stunning presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh white fish (cod or snapper)
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cups vegetable broth or water
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- chili flakes to taste (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté onions, garlic, and ginger in oil over medium heat until fragrant (3-4 minutes).
- Add bell peppers and cook until softened.
- Pour in coconut milk and broth; let simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Gently add fish pieces, lime juice, and fish sauce; cook until fish is opaque (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in cilantro and mint before serving.
- Serve hot with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg