🐟 Hearty Fish Soup
🥣 Ingredients:
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1 lb firm white fish fillets (cod, haddock, halibut, or tilapia), cut into chunks
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2 tbsp olive oil or butter
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1 medium onion, chopped
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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2 carrots, diced
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2 celery stalks, diced
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1 medium potato, peeled and cubed (optional, for extra heartiness)
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1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes (with juices)
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4 cups fish stock or vegetable broth
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1/2 cup dry white wine (optional)
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1 tsp dried thyme
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1 bay leaf
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Juice of 1/2 lemon
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Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
👩🍳 Instructions:
1. Sauté the Aromatics:
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Heat olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat.
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Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5–6 minutes until softened.
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Add garlic and cook for another 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
2. Build the Broth:
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Stir in diced tomatoes, fish stock (or vegetable broth), and white wine (if using).
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Add diced potatoes, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
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Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes, until vegetables are tender.
3. Add the Fish:
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Gently stir in the fish chunks and simmer for another 5–8 minutes, until the fish is opaque and flakes easily.
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Squeeze in fresh lemon juice, taste, and adjust seasoning as needed.
4. Serve:
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Remove the bay leaf.
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Ladle the soup into bowls and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley.
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Serve with crusty bread or garlic toast on the side.
📝 Tips:
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Want a richer soup? Add a splash of heavy cream or coconut milk near the end for a creamy version.
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Add other seafood like shrimp or mussels for a mixed seafood variation.
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For extra depth, add a pinch of smoked paprika or a few saffron threads.
Would you like a spicy or coconut-based version of this fish soup