Traditional Fish Soup

1. 1

   Prepare a marinade by mixing vinegar, 3 tbsp of olive oil, bay leaf and 1/2 tsp of paprika.

2. 2

   Mix well then add the fish pieces and leave for 1 to 2 hours.

3. 3

   In a deep saucepan add the olive oil and heat.

4. 4

   Then add the onion, garlic and green pepper and simmer until the onion has softened.

5. 5

   Add the marinade, tomato paste, stock cube and water, but remove the bay leaf.

6. 6

   Replace lid and simmer for 10 minutes.

7. 7

   Add the fish pieces to the pot Season with salt and pepper.

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   Cook for another 10 minutes.

9. 9

   Add 1 and 1/2 tablespoons of flour and mix gently.

10. 10

    Over a low to medium heat simmer for 3 minutes to thicken the sauce.

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    Add more flour if you think it needs to be thicker.

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    Add the egg and continue to simmer gently for a further 5 minutes or so.

13. 13

    Turn the heat off and add the thyme.

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    Leave to stand for 10 minutes.

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    In a shallow tray add the sliced bread and then add the fish pieces on top of the bread.

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    Soak with the marinade and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.