Fish Soup

Servings: 4 servings Difficulty: Intermediate
A hearty Pacific Northwest-style salmon soup with potatoes and aromatic spices
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Fish Soup

Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 servings Calories: 336.0

Description

This comforting Fish Soup draws inspiration from traditional Pacific Northwest Aboriginal recipes, featuring fresh Pacific salmon simmered in a rich fish stock. The dish combines tender chunks of salmon with hearty potatoes, celery, and onion, creating a satisfying texture that warms the soul. Aromatic curry powder and bay leaves infuse the broth with depth, while a garnish of dry seaweed adds a distinct coastal flavor. Perfect for chilly evenings, this soup balances simplicity with robust flavor. It is an excellent choice for a quick weeknight dinner or a comforting meal prep option. The combination of fresh fish and root vegetables ensures a nutritious and filling bowl that highlights the natural sweetness of the salmon.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a large soup pot, bring the fish stock to a simmer over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced potatoes, celery, onion, salt, pepper, curry powder, and bay leaf to the simmering stock.
  3. Increase the heat to bring the mixture to a boil.
  4. Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the potatoes are just tender but still hold their shape.
  5. In a small saucepan, gently heat the salmon roe until warm.
  6. Add the fresh Pacific salmon pieces and the warmed salmon roe to the soup pot.
  7. Simmer gently for a few minutes until the salmon is opaque and cooked through.
  8. Discard the bay leaf before serving.
  9. Ladle the soup into bowls and sprinkle with dry seaweed.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4 servings


Amount Per Serving
Calories 336.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9.6g15%
Saturated Fat 2.4g12%
Cholesterol 120.0mg40%
Sodium 132.0mg6%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 55.2g111%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: fish soup, salmon soup, pacific northwest, seafood, curry powder, potato soup, comfort food, hearty, seafood stock, celery, onion, bay leaf, seaweed, quick dinner, healthy soup, fish stock, salmon roe, traditional recipe, warm soup
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