Sopa De Pescado Nica (nicaraguan-style Fish Soup)

Sopa de Pescado Nica, or Nicaraguan-style Fish Soup, is a traditional dish that showcases the flavors of Nicaragua. This hearty and flavorful soup is a staple in Nicaraguan cuisine, featuring fresh fish, vegetables, and a savory broth.

Sopa De Pescado Nica (nicaraguan-style Fish Soup)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb fresh fish fillets
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 4 cups fish or vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and cook until softened.
  2. Add the diced tomatoes, sliced bell pepper, and carrots to the pot. Cook for a few minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
  3. Pour in the fish or vegetable broth and bring the soup to a simmer.
  4. Gently add the fish fillets to the pot and season with cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until the fish is cooked through.
  5. Serve the Sopa de Pescado Nica hot, garnished with lime wedges.

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 Cooking spoon Knife Cutting board

Tools

Ladle Serving bowls

Serving suggestions

Sopa de Pescado Nica is best served with a side of rice and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro on top.

Tips & tricks

For a richer flavor, you can use a combination of different fish varieties in the soup.

Cost

$15