This Spicy Lemon Fish Soup is bright, zesty, and soothing — featuring tender white fish, fresh vegetables, and a garlic-ginger-chili broth that’s bursting with citrusy warmth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients
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1 lb white fish (cod, halibut, tilapia), cut into chunks
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6 cups fish, chicken, or vegetable broth
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1 onion or 2 shallots, diced
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
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1 tsp red pepper flakes (or to taste)
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Zest and juice of 1 lemon
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1 bay leaf
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 cup cherry tomatoes (optional)
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1 cup baby spinach or kale (optional)
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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Fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro, dill) for garnish
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a large pot. Sauté onion, garlic, ginger, and chili flakes for 3–4 minutes.
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Add broth, lemon zest, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Simmer 10 minutes.
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Add tomatoes or carrots if using. Simmer another 5–7 minutes.
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Add fish and lemon juice. Simmer 5–7 minutes until fish is cooked.
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Stir in spinach or herbs if desired. Remove bay leaf.
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Serve hot, garnished with herbs and extra lemon.