Sopa de Pescado con Leche Nicaragüense
A comforting and creamy Nicaraguan fish soup, this dish features tender fish fillets simmered in a flavorful broth with a medley of vegetables and finished with a touch of milk for richness. It's a hearty and wholesome meal, perfect for any occasion.
🧂 Ingredients
- 1.5 lb White fish fillets(such as cod, snapper, or tilapia, cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 medium White onion(chopped)
- 2 stalks Celery stalks(chopped)
- 1 medium Green bell pepper(chopped)
- 1 small Tomato(diced)
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves(minced)
- 1 large Carrot(peeled and diced)
- 2 medium Potato(peeled and diced)
- 4 cups Fish stock(or low-sodium vegetable broth)
- 1.5 cups Whole milk
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 1 to taste Salt
- 1 to taste Black pepper
- 1 lime Lime(for serving)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add chopped onion, celery, and green bell pepper. Sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- 2
Add diced tomato and minced garlic. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- 3
Add diced carrot and potato to the pot. Stir to combine.
💡 Tip: Ensure vegetables are evenly distributed. - 4
Pour in the fish stock and add dried oregano. Season with salt and pepper.
💡 Tip: Start with a moderate amount of salt and pepper; you can adjust later. - 5
Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until potatoes and carrots are tender.
- 6
Stir in the whole milk and the fish pieces. Cook for another 5-7 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily.
💡 Tip: Do not overcook the fish. - 7
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot, with a squeeze of fresh lime juice.
💡 Tip: Lime juice brightens the flavors of the soup.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Any firm white fish can be used for this soup.
- ✓For a richer soup, you can add a splash of heavy cream along with the milk.
- ✓Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley for added freshness.
🔄 Variations
- Add other seafood like shrimp or clams along with the fish.
- Incorporate other vegetables such as corn or peas.
- For a thicker soup, mash some of the cooked potatoes against the side of the pot.