Today, I felt like having some fish soup. It was a bit chilly outside, and nothing beats a warm bowl of soup on a day like this. So, I decided to make some fresh fish soup, and let me tell you, it turned out to be a great idea. I spent $13.99 on the ingredients, and it was worth every penny.
First things first, I went to the grocery store. I needed to get some fresh fish, and since I’m no expert, I asked the guy at the counter for a recommendation. He suggested tilapia, saying it’s mild and tasty. Sounded good to me! I also picked up some veggies – carrots, celery, onions, the usual suspects for a good soup base. And of course, I grabbed some lemons because you can’t have fish soup without that citrusy kick.
- Fresh Tilapia Fillets
- Carrots
- Celery
- Onions
- Lemons
- Garlic
- Fresh Parsley
Back home, I got everything ready. I chopped up the veggies, nice and small, and minced some garlic. While I was doing that, I heated up some olive oil in a big pot. I tossed in the onions first, letting them get all soft and fragrant. Then, I added the carrots and celery, stirring them around until they started to soften up too. The garlic went in next, and boy, did that smell good.
Next, I poured in some water, enough to make a good amount of soup, and added some salt and pepper. I brought the whole thing to a boil and then turned down the heat to let it simmer. While the soup base was cooking, I cut the tilapia fillets into bite-sized pieces. I made sure there were no bones – nobody wants a bone in their soup!
Adding the Fish
Once the veggies were nice and tender, it was time to add the fish. I gently placed the tilapia pieces into the simmering soup. They only needed a few minutes to cook through. While the fish was cooking, I chopped up some fresh parsley. I also squeezed some lemon juice into the soup, giving it that fresh, zesty flavor I was looking for.
After about five minutes, the fish was cooked perfectly – flaky and tender. I turned off the heat and stirred in the parsley. And just like that, the soup was ready! I ladled it into bowls, making sure everyone got a good portion of fish and veggies.
We sat down to eat, and it was delicious. The soup was warm and comforting, with a light, fresh taste. The tilapia was perfect – it didn’t overpower the other flavors, and the lemon juice added just the right amount of tanginess. Everyone loved it, and there wasn’t a drop left in the pot. I should try to make Coconut Lime Fish Soup next time. Best $13.99 I’ve spent in a while!
Making this fish soup was a fun and satisfying experience. It’s always great to cook something from scratch and have it turn out so well. Plus, it’s a healthy and delicious meal that the whole family can enjoy. If you’re looking for a simple and tasty soup recipe, give this one a try. You won’t be disappointed!
