Credit for this soup goes to a friend who found it at Grandma's Recipes and shared in my FB group.
This flavorful soup will transport you to thoughts of a tropical paradise where the ocean meets the shores and flavors that pair the sea with coconut, lime and a bit of heat send your tastebuds soaring. Enjoy!
Ingredients:
- 1 lb white fish fillets (cod, halibut, or tilapia)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion - diced
- 2 garlic cloves - minced
- 1 tbsp ginger - minced
- 1 tbsp red curry paste
- 1 14 oz can coconut milk (you can use light coconut milk if you prefer)
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro - for garnish
- Lime wedges - for serving
Preparation:
Prepare Fish:
Pat fish fillets dry with a paper towel, season with salt
and pepper, and set aside.
Sauté Aromatics:
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced
onions and cook until soft, about 3-4 minutes. Add garlic, ginger, and curry
paste, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
Add Liquid:
Stir in coconut milk and broth. Bring to a simmer.
Simmer Fish:
Gently add the seasoned fish fillets to the simmering soup.
Cook for 8-10 minutes until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a
fork.
Season Soup:
Stir in fish sauce and lime juice. Taste and adjust
seasoning with salt, pepper, or more lime juice as needed.
Serve & Garnish:
Ladle soup into bowls, garnish with fresh cilantro, and
serve with lime wedges on the side for an extra citrus kick!
Blessed be… and happy cooking!