Ingredients
Recipe for 4 people.
🐟 800 g of assorted fish, cleaned and gutted | 🧅 1 onion, sliced |
🥕 2 carrots, peeled and cut into pieces | 🍅 1/2 can of peeled tomatoes, canned |
🥔 1 potato, diced | 🧄 2 cloves of garlic, minced |
🌱 1 bulb of fennel, sliced | 💧 3 tablespoons of olive oil |
🌿 1 bouquet garni | 🧂 Salt and pepper, to taste |
Utensils
🐟 Casserole | 🔪 Chef’s knife |
🍲 Large pot | 🧑🍳 Wooden spoon |
🥄 Ladle | 📏 Measuring cup |
🍽️ Deep plates | 🌿 Garlic press |
Preparation step by step
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Rest time: None
Total time: 45 minutes
Step 1: Start by cleaning and gutting the assorted fish you have chosen for your soup.
Step 2: In a large casserole, heat some olive oil, then add the sliced onions, carrots, and minced garlic.
Step 3: Sauté the vegetables for a few minutes until they are tender and aromatic.
Step 4: Stir in the fennel cut into pieces and cook for a few more minutes to enhance the flavors.
Step 5: Add the half can of peeled tomatoes and mix everything together to blend the ingredients well.
Step 6: Pour water or broth into the casserole until it covers the vegetables and bring to a boil.
Step 7: Once boiling, add the fish to the casserole and cover to cook for 15 to 20 minutes.
Step 8: After cooking, remove the fish, then blend the vegetable mixture to obtain a smooth texture.
Step 9: Adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper, and possibly herbs to your taste before serving.
Preparing a simple fish soup recipe is within everyone’s reach. With accessible ingredients like fresh fish or canned, as well as tasty vegetables, it becomes a piece of cake. You don’t need to be a chef to enjoy a comforting fish-based dish.
By using items from your fridge, like onions, carrots, and fennel, you can create a broth rich in flavors that will please your guests. Adding peeled tomatoes and a few herbs will bring an extra touch.
It just takes a little organization and a few minutes to transform these ingredients into a heartwarming dish on cool evenings. So put on your apron and let yourself be tempted by this easy and flavorful recipe!