Here's a flavorful recipe for fish soup:
Ingredients:
- White fish fillets (like cod, haddock, or tilapia): 1 pound, cut into chunks
- Fish stock or vegetable broth: 4 cups
- Onion: 1 medium, chopped
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Carrots: 1-2, sliced
- Celery: 1 stalk, chopped
- Tomatoes: 2 medium, diced (or 1 can of diced tomatoes)
- Bay leaf: 1
- Thyme: 1 teaspoon (dried) or a few sprigs (fresh)
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- Salt and pepper: to taste
- Lemon juice: from 1 lemon
- Fresh parsley or dill: for garnish
Instructions:
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Sauté vegetables: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are soft, about 5-7 minutes.
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Add broth and tomatoes: Pour in the fish stock (or vegetable broth) and add the diced tomatoes, bay leaf, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
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Simmer: Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer for about 15-20 minutes to let the flavors meld.
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Add fish: Gently add the fish chunks to the pot. Simmer for another 5-7 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily.
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Finish and serve: Stir in the lemon juice and adjust the seasoning if needed. Remove the bay leaf before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley or dill.
Enjoy your delicious and comforting fish soup!