Coconut Lime Fish Soup! 🥥🍋🐟

Coconut Lime Fish Soup! 🥥🍋🐟

Ingredients:

1 lb white fish fillets (such as tilapia, cod, or snapper), cut into bite-sized pieces 🐟

1 tbsp olive oil 🫒

1 onion, chopped 🧅

3 cloves garlic, minced 🧄

1 can (14 oz) coconut milk 🥥

2 cups fish or vegetable broth 🍲

1 tbsp lime juice 🍋

Zest of 1 lime 🍋

1 tsp grated ginger 🌱

1 tsp turmeric 🌿

1/2 tsp cumin 🍽️

1/4 tsp chili flakes (optional) 🌶️

1 cup fresh spinach or kale 🌿

Salt and pepper to taste 🧂

Fresh cilantro for garnish 🌿

Lime wedges for serving 🍋

Instructions:

Sauté the aromatics: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic, ginger, turmeric, cumin, and chili flakes (if using). Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. 🧅🧄🌱🌿

Add the liquids: Pour in the coconut milk and fish broth, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. 🥥🍲

Add the fish: Gently add the fish pieces to the pot, making sure they are submerged in the soup. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until the fish is cooked through and flaky. 🐟

Finish the soup: Stir in the lime juice, lime zest, and spinach (or kale), cooking for an additional 2 minutes until the greens wilt. Season with salt and pepper to taste. 🍋🌿

Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve with lime wedges on the side for extra zest. 🌿🍋

This light yet flavorful soup is perfect for a fresh, tropical-inspired meal! 😋