Bahamian Fish Soup Recipe

Name: Bahamian Fish Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb. red snapper filet or sea bass (thick filet); 3 oz. salt pork; 3 medium size onions; 1 whole stalk celery; 1 stick butter or margarine; 2 Tbsp. Wesson oil; bay leaves; basil; oregano; cumin powder; crushed red pepper

Servings: persons

1
Cut up salt pork into tiny pieces.
2
Use Wesson oil in small skillet to brown salt pork.
3
Add salt pork and drippings to 2 quarts boiling water in soup pot.
4
Chop up onions and celery and add to pot.
5
Season with butter or margarine, bay leaves, basil, oregano, cumin powder and crushed red pepper to make spicy.
6
Let boil until cooked.
7
Cut fish filet into small chunks.
8
Add fish to pot and let boil 10 to 12 minutes.
9
Serve over steamed rice. Serves 6 to 8 guests.

297

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Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lb. red snapper filet or sea bass (thick filet), 3 oz. salt pork, 3 medium size onions, 1 whole stalk celery, and more.

Yes, Bahamian Fish Soup falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Bahamian Fish Soup

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