Description
This rich and creamy Thai-inspired Coconut Lime Fish Soup is a nourishing and flavorful dish featuring tender white fish fillets simmered in a fragrant coconut milk broth with lime, red curry, and fresh aromatics. Perfect for a comforting meal packed with protein and vibrant flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Soup Base
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 1/2 medium-sized yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 2-inch nub ginger, thinly sliced or minced
- 1 (14-oz) can full-fat coconut milk
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 to 2 tbsp red curry paste (to taste)
- 2 tsp fish sauce
- 1 lime, zested and juiced
- 1 cup fresh tomatoes, chopped
Fish and Garnishes
- 10 ounces white fish fillets (cod, halibut, or tilapia)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Lime wedges, for serving
- Green onions, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Heat the avocado oil in a large thick-bottomed pot such as a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Sauté aromatics: Stir in the minced garlic and ginger and continue sautéing for about 2 to 3 minutes until fragrant and aromatic.
- Add liquids and simmer: Pour in the coconut milk, chicken broth, red curry paste, fish sauce, lime zest, lime juice, and chopped fresh tomatoes. Stir well, cover the pot, and bring the soup to a full boil. Immediately reduce heat to medium-low and simmer gently for 30 minutes to develop flavors.
- Cook the fish: Add the white fish fillets to the simmering soup and cook for an additional 10 minutes or until the fish reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit. Use a thermometer to check doneness.
- Prepare the fish pieces: Use tongs to transfer the cooked fish to a cutting board. Break the fillets into bite-sized pieces with a fork, then return them to the soup. Stir gently to incorporate.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro, chopped green onions, and lime wedges. Serve immediately with crusty bread or a salad if desired.
Notes
- This soup can be customized by adding other fresh vegetables, rice, or noodles to make it more filling.
- Use a firm white fish like cod, halibut, or tilapia for best results.
- Adjust the amount of red curry paste according to your spice preference.
- Use fresh lime juice and zest for the best citrus flavor.
- Checking the fish with a thermometer ensures perfect doneness without overcooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 477 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 1363 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 22 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 51 mg
