How about a fish broth? Soups have been a staple food for centuries. They are not only delicious, but also nutritious and easy to digest. Many cultures have their own variations of soups which have been passed down from generation to generation. It is said that soups have healing properties and can cure a wide range of illnesses. While there may not be scientific evidence to support this, there is no denying that consuming soup when feeling under the weather can be comforting. In recent years, there has been an increase in the popularity of soups as a healthy and convenient meal option.
With busy lifestyles, people are looking for quick and easy meals that do not compromise on nutrition. Soups fit this criteria perfectly as they can be made in large batches and stored for later consumption. Additionally, they can be packed with vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains to provide a balanced meal in just one bowl. Whether enjoyed hot or cold, soups are a delicious way to nourish the body and satisfy the taste buds.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Course: Seafood, Soups
Cuisine: Caribbean, creole
Ingredients
- 4 medium sized fish slices cleaned
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 small onion minced
- 4 sprigs spanish thyme minced
- ¼ cup water
- 2 tsp. lime juice
- ½ onion
- 1 garlic
- 1 stalk of celery finely chopped
- ½ cup chive finely chopped
- 1 large carrot diced
- 1 cup pumpkin diced
- 3 small potatoes peeled and diced
- 6 green fig bananas, peeled and chopped
- 3 ochroes chopped (optional)
- 1 pimento pepper chopped
- Water
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Blend the garlic, onion, thyme, lime and water. Season the fish slices with this mixture. Allow to marinate for an hour.
- In a large pot sauté the onion, garlic, pimento pepper until golden brown. Add water and the rest of the vegetables and simmer until all the vegetables are tender.
- When vegetables are tender, add fish and allow to simmer until cooked. Add salt and pepper to taste.
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Fish Broth
Ingredients
- 4 medium sized fish slices cleaned
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 small onion minced
- 4 sprigs spanish thyme minced
- ¼ cup water
- 2 tsp. lime juice
- ½ onion
- 1 garlic
- 1 stalk of celery finely chopped
- ½ cup chive finely chopped
- 1 large carrot diced
- 1 cup pumpkin diced
- 3 small potatoes peeled and diced
- 6 green fig bananas, peeled and chopped
- 3 ochroes chopped (optional)
- 1 pimento pepper chopped
- Water
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Blend the garlic, onion, thyme, lime and water. Season the fish slices with this mixture. Allow to marinate for an hour.
- In a large pot sauté the onion, garlic, pimento pepper until golden brown. Add water and the rest of the vegetables and simmer until all the vegetables are tender.
- When vegetables are tender, add fish and allow to simmer until cooked. Add salt and pepper to taste.
