Santomean Fish And Coconut Soup

Santomean Fish and Coconut Soup is a traditional dish from the cuisine of São Tomé and Príncipe, a small island nation off the coast of Central Africa. This flavorful and aromatic soup is a perfect blend of fresh fish, creamy coconut milk, and a variety of spices.

Santomean Fish And Coconut Soup

Ingredients

  • 1 lb fresh fish fillets, cut into chunks
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
  • 2 cups fish or vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced red bell pepper. Sauté for 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
  2. Add the coriander, cumin, and paprika to the pot. Stir well to coat the vegetables with the spices.
  3. Pour in the coconut milk and fish or vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Add the fish chunks to the pot and gently stir to combine. Let the soup simmer for 15-20 minutes until the fish is cooked through.
  5. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Stir in the chopped cilantro.
  6. Serve the Santomean Fish and Coconut Soup hot, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Fat
20g
Carbohydrates
10g

Supplies

Large pot Stirring spoon Knife Cutting board

Tools

Soup ladle Serving bowls

Serving suggestions

Santomean Fish and Coconut Soup is best served with a side of steamed rice or crusty bread.

Tips & tricks

For a spicier kick, add a chopped chili pepper or a dash of hot sauce to the soup.

Cost

$15