Coconut Lime Fish Soup

Coconut Lime Fish Soup

Ingredients

500 g fresh white fish (cod, tilapia, or similar), cut into bite-sized pieces

400 ml coconut milk

Juice and zest of 2 limes

3 cloves garlic, finely chopped

2 cm piece fresh ginger, grated

1 tbsp olive oil

1 onion, finely chopped

1 red chili pepper, finely chopped (optional, for heat)

1 tsp ground cumin

½ tsp turmeric powder

Salt & pepper, to taste

Fresh coriander (cilantro), for garnish

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Instructions

1. Prepare base – In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, ginger, and chili. Sauté until soft and fragrant.

2. Spice it up – Stir in cumin and turmeric, cooking for 1 minute to release their aroma.

3. Make it creamy – Pour in the coconut milk, lime juice, and zest. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer.

4. Cook the fish – Add fish pieces to the soup. Simmer for 5–7 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.

5. Taste & adjust – Season with salt and pepper to your liking.

6. Serve – Ladle into bowls, garnish with fresh coriander, and serve hot.

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✅ Light, zesty, and creamy — perfect with a side of rice or crusty bread.