Fisherman's Ukha
Description
The soup is simple and quick to prepare. To make fisherman's fish soup at home, you only need two essential ingredients—fish and potatoes. Everything else can be added to your taste. Spices, roots, herbs, and vegetables for broth flavoring can be varied. For extra zest, you can add a little vodka at the end of cooking. The soup is ready to serve.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. This simple recipe for fishermen's fish soup uses a couple of crucian carp and pike-perch as the base. But, of course, it all depends on exactly what you managed to catch.
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Step 2
2. Clean and rinse the fish. Place all ingredients intended for the broth into a pot or cauldron and put on the heat.
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Step 3
3. Cut the pike-perch fillet into medium pieces.
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Step 4
4. While the broth is coming to a boil, you can prepare the vegetables, roots, and greens. Use whatever you like most and have on hand. Peel and rinse everything, and cut into pieces if necessary.
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Step 5
5. When it comes to a boil, carefully skim off the foam and add the root vegetables and vegetables to the pot. Simmer over low heat for about an hour.
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Step 6
6. The classic fisherman's ukha recipe calls for potatoes, which is what sets it apart from other versions. If you're using young potatoes, you don't need to peel them—just rinse under water and scrub with a stiff brush.
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Step 7
7. When the broth is ready, carefully strain it and bring it back to a boil. Add the potatoes and cook over medium heat until they are almost tender. Then add the fish fillet cut into pieces. Season with salt and your favorite spices to taste. After 10-12 minutes, remove from heat, cover with a lid, and let it steep.
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Step 8
8. Here is a simple way to prepare fisherman's soup. Before serving, you can add some fresh herbs and a slice of lemon to the plate.