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Spicy Lemon Fish Soup Recipe

Spicy Lemon Fish Soup Recipe


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4.9 from 9 reviews

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

Zesty Mexican spicy lemon fish soup delivers a coastal culinary adventure with bright, tangy flavors dancing across your palate. Sea-fresh fish and bold spices combine in a quick, nourishing bowl that transports you to sun-drenched Mexican shores.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 1 pound white fish fillets (cod, tilapia, or halibut)
  • 4 cups fish or chicken broth
  • 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup water

Vegetables:

  • 1 medium onion
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 red chili pepper
  • 1 cup diced carrots
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley or cilantro

Seasonings and Flavoring:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Salt
  • Black pepper
  • Juice of 2 lemons (about 1/4 cup)
  • 1 lemon, thinly sliced for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare a large pot and heat olive oil over medium temperature. Sauté chopped onions until translucent and softened, approximately 3-4 minutes.
  2. Introduce minced garlic and chili pepper into the pot, stirring continuously to release aromatic flavors and prevent burning, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Pour fish or chicken broth into the pot, combining with diced tomatoes, smoked paprika, ground cumin, and red pepper flakes. Season with salt and black pepper according to preference.
  4. Bring liquid mixture to a gentle boil, then immediately reduce heat to create a steady simmer.
  5. Incorporate diced carrots and celery into the broth, allowing vegetables to tenderize for approximately 10 minutes.
  6. Carefully add fish pieces to the simmering liquid, cooking for 5-6 minutes until fish becomes opaque and easily separates with a fork.
  7. Remove pot from heat and brighten flavors by stirring in fresh lemon juice and chopped parsley or cilantro.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed for balanced flavor profile.
  9. Distribute soup into serving bowls, garnishing with delicate lemon slices and extra fresh herbs for visual appeal and enhanced taste.

Notes

  • Customize heat levels by adjusting chili pepper and red pepper flakes for milder or spicier preferences.
  • Select firm white fish like cod, halibut, or tilapia that holds shape during simmering without falling apart.
  • Consider adding quinoa or rice for extra heartiness and to transform soup into a more substantial meal.
  • Swap seafood with plant-based protein like tofu or chickpeas for vegetarian-friendly adaptation while maintaining similar flavor profile.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Thai

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 145 kcal
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 580 mg
  • Fat: 5 g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3.8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 9 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 22 g
  • Cholesterol: 55 mg