Fish Pepper Soup (liberian Style Fish Pepper Soup)

Fish Pepper Soup is a popular dish in Liberian cuisine, known for its flavorful and spicy broth. This recipe offers a traditional Liberian twist on the classic fish pepper soup, using a combination of aromatic herbs and spices to create a delicious and comforting soup.

Fish Pepper Soup (liberian Style Fish Pepper Soup)

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs fish fillets, cut into chunks
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 2 bell peppers, sliced
  • 2 scotch bonnet peppers, whole
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 inch ginger, grated
  • 1 tbsp ground crayfish
  • 1 tbsp dried thyme
  • 1 tbsp ground allspice
  • 6 cups fish or vegetable stock
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, combine the fish, onion, tomatoes, bell peppers, scotch bonnet peppers, garlic, ginger, ground crayfish, dried thyme, and ground allspice.
  2. Pour in the fish or vegetable stock and bring the soup to a boil.
  3. Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and the flavors have melded together.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Serve hot and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
45 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
10g
Protein
25g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Large pot Knife Cutting board Grater Measuring spoons

Tools

Soup ladle Serving bowls Soup spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the Fish Pepper Soup with a side of steamed rice or fufu for a complete and satisfying meal.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick of heat, you can add more scotch bonnet peppers or a dash of hot sauce to the soup.

Cost

$20