Fish Soup (belizean Fish Serre)

Fish Soup, also known as Belizean Fish Serre, is a traditional dish in Belizean cuisine that is flavorful and comforting. This recipe combines fresh fish with a variety of vegetables and spices to create a delicious and hearty soup.

Fish Soup (belizean Fish Serre)

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs fresh fish fillets, cut into chunks
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 potatoes, diced
  • 4 cups fish or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, sauté the onion and garlic until softened.
  2. Add the tomatoes, bell pepper, carrots, and potatoes. Cook for 5 minutes.
  3. Pour in the fish or vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.
  4. Add the fish chunks and coconut milk. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until the fish is cooked through.
  5. Stir in the cilantro, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  6. Adjust seasoning to taste and serve hot.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
15g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Large pot Knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons Wooden spoon

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the fish soup with a side of warm corn tortillas or rice for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a spicier kick, add a chopped habanero pepper to the soup for extra heat.

Cost

$20