Fish soup made from pike-perch
Description
A hearty first course. True connoisseurs of this dish insist it should only be cooked over an open fire. But alas, this isn't always possible. That's why I'm presenting you with an excellent alternative. Serve the soup hot.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Wash, peel, and chop the vegetables.
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Step 2
2. Wash the fish, remove the head, and cut the body into portion-sized pieces.
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Step 3
3. Place the head in a saucepan, cover with water, and set over heat. After boiling, simmer over medium heat for about 15 minutes. Remove the head, then add the vegetables to the broth. Add a little salt.
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Step 4
4. After about 15 minutes, add the pieces of pike-perch.
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Step 5
5. Simmer for another 15 minutes over medium heat. Then add spices and salt to taste. Remove the fish soup from heat, cover and let it steep for another half hour before serving.