Mediterranean Fish Soup
Discover the perfect blend of seafood and Mediterranean flavors with this Mediterranean-style fish soup recipe. Whether you're looking for a comforting dish or a flavorful seafood experience, this soup is ideal for any occasion.
Preparation and Cooking Time
Time to Prepare: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Servings: 2 portions
Ingredients for Mediterranean Fish Soup
For the Fish Broth:
1 kg fish (fish bones and/or heads)
1 onion
2 carrots
½ bunch of celery
2 bay leaves
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Mediterranean-Style Fish Soup:
500ml fish stock
20ml olive oil
½ onion (finely chopped)
½ garlic clove (finely chopped)
½ cayenne pepper (chopped)
20g capers
30g olives
1 sprig of fresh dill
5-6 cherry tomatoes (diced)
40ml white wine
60g fish (use salmon, cod, or your choice)
8 shrimp
10 mussels
Instructions for Mediterranean Fish Soup
For the Fish Broth:
Use a 5-6 liter saucepan. Add the fish, cleaned vegetables, salt, and pepper, and cover with cold water.
Bring to a boil, and reduce the heat. Simmer on low, skimming off any foam that rises to the top, until you have a clear, flavorful broth (about 1-2 hours).
Strain the broth and set aside.
For the Mediterranean-Style Fish Soup:
In a small saucepan, heat olive oil and sauté the onion and garlic until soft.
Add the cayenne pepper, olives, capers, and fish (diced). Stir everything together and allow it to warm through.
Add the cherry tomatoes and deglaze with white wine. Let the wine simmer for 1-2 minutes.
Pour in the fish broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
Add the shrimp and mussels. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, ensuring the seafood is cooked but not overdone.
Finish with freshly chopped dill and serve with slices of toasted bread.
Notes and Tips
You can use any type of fish in this soup; salmon, cod, or hake work well.
Add extra seafood such as octopus, squid, shrimp, or crab for a richer flavor.
Be cautious not to overcook the seafood, especially the shrimp and mussels, to maintain their tenderness.
Dietary Information:
Dairy-Free
Gluten-Free
Low-Carb