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A close-up of a bowl of creamy coconut lime fish soup, featuring white fish pieces, red chili slices, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges. The soup has an orange tint and looks rich, fragrant, and ready to serve.

Coconut Lime Fish Soup

A creamy, Thai-inspired coconut lime fish soup bursting with bright flavors and tender fish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 3
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Seafood, Thai
Calories: 477
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil or neutral oil, for sautéing
  • ½ medium yellow onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 2- inch piece ginger thinly sliced or minced
  • 1 14-oz can full-fat coconut milk
  • 2 cups chicken broth low-sodium preferred
  • 1 –2 tablespoons red curry paste adjust to taste
  • 2 teaspoons fish sauce optional for depth
  • 1 lime zested and juiced
  • 1 cup fresh tomatoes chopped
  • 10 ounces white fish fillets cod, halibut, or tilapia
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Lime wedges for garnish
  • 2 green onions chopped, for garnish

Method
 

  1. Heat the avocado oil in a large thick-bottomed pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and ginger and cook for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the coconut milk, chicken broth, red curry paste, fish sauce, lime zest, lime juice, and chopped tomatoes. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle boil.
  5. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer gently for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  6. Add the fish fillets and cook for 10 minutes, or until they reach an internal temperature of 145°F. Use a thermometer to check doneness.
  7. Transfer the fish fillets to a cutting board and break them into bite-sized pieces with a fork. Return the fish to the soup and stir gently.
  8. Serve the soup in bowls garnished with fresh cilantro, green onions, and lime wedges. Enjoy with optional sides like crusty bread or a fresh salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 ServingCalories: 477kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 24gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 22gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 51mgSodium: 1363mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This coconut lime fish soup is vibrant, comforting, and packed with protein. Perfect for cozy dinners, it’s easy to customize with extra veggies, rice, or noodles.

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