Coconut Fish Soup Recipe

Name: Coconut Fish Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs fish heads, and carcasses (white fish, like snapper or cod); 7 cups water; 1 large onion, roughly chopped; 2 teaspoons salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1 chili, small & left whole; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 2 cups unsweetened coconut cream (I use coconut-flavoured reduced skim milk for a low-fat version); 6 -12 lemon slices; 6 green onions, chopped

Servings: persons

2 lbs fish heads, and carcasses (white fish, like snapper or cod)
7 cups water
1 large onion, roughly chopped
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 chili, small & left whole
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 cups unsweetened coconut cream (I use coconut-flavoured reduced skim milk for a low-fat version)
6 -12 lemon slices
6 green onions, chopped

1
Bring first 6 ingredients to simmering point and maintain gently until fish is soft and stock is full of flavour.
2
Skim periodically for a clear broth.
3
Strain off stock and adjust seasoning if necessary.
4
Alternatively, you may use a commercial fish stock, but it will taste entirely different and not authentic.
5
Stir in lemon juice & coconut cream and heat thoroughly - DO NOT BOIL.
6
Serve in bowls. Garnish with lemon slices & chopped green onions.

525

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs fish heads, and carcasses (white fish, like snapper or cod), 7 cups water, 1 large onion, roughly chopped, 2 teaspoons salt, and more.

Yes, Coconut 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.

Coconut Fish Soup

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