Fish soup with tomatoes
Description
Perfect for lunch. This spicy homemade fish soup with tomatoes is a great alternative to traditional fish soup. You can also add some shrimp or other seafood if desired. Serve with fresh herbs and sour cream.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. First, thoroughly wash the fish fillet (and shrimp, if using), pat dry with a paper towel, and place it in a bowl. Add salt, pepper, a pinch of garlic powder. Squeeze juice from about half a lemon and pour it over the fish. Let marinate for 20–25 minutes. If desired, you can enhance the recipe with additional spices or dried herbs to taste.
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Step 2
2. While the fish is marinating, you can start preparing the vegetables. Heat vegetable oil in a small skillet. Peel and finely dice one onion and a bit of garlic. Add to the skillet and sauté until translucent.
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Step 3
3. Wash, peel, and dice the sweet pepper. To add "brightness" to the soup's flavor, you can use peppers of different colors. Add to the pan with the onion and continue sautéing over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
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Step 4
4. Wash the tomatoes. If desired, peel them by briefly scalding with boiling water and making a small cut on each tomato. Depending on your taste preferences, chop the tomatoes into small cubes or slice into large pieces. Add to the skillet and fry for another 3-4 minutes.
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Step 5
5. Bring the broth to a boil in a saucepan and add the vegetables. Once boiling, add the fish. Add a pinch of chili pepper and cook over medium heat for about 15 minutes. Then stir in the cream, add salt to taste if desired, and cook the soup until done. Sprinkle with a pinch of fresh herbs before serving.