Fish soup from pike
Description
This aromatic pike fish soup can be prepared at home quite quickly. If desired, it can be supplemented with millet and a small amount of vodka, inspired by a traditional ukha. The soup is ready to serve.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. This is a simplified version of how to make pike fish soup, so the list of required ingredients is quite simple.
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Step 2
2. Wash the fish, clean it from the entrails, fins, and other unwanted parts. Cut into small steaks.
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Step 3
3. Peel one onion and place it in a pot with the pike head and water. Bring to a boil and simmer over medium heat for about half an hour. To keep the soup clear, skim off the foam.
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Step 4
4. Meanwhile, peel and chop the onion, carrots, and garlic into small pieces.
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Step 5
5. Wash the fresh herbs and add them to the pot with the vegetables. You can carefully remove the fish head and instead add pieces of fish. Simmer over medium heat for about 20 minutes.
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Step 6
6. To prevent the fish from overcooking, you can carefully remove it from the pot. Season the pike fish soup to taste with salt and pepper.
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Step 7
7. Add bay leaf, peppercorns, and, if desired, a little vodka.
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Step 8
8. Place a piece of fish on a plate and pour the soup over it. That's the entire simple recipe for pike fish soup.