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Zesty Cajun Fish Soup

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  • Author: Mollyyeh
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Cajun
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A bold and flavorful fish soup with a Cajun twist, featuring tender white fish, vegetables, and spices in a zesty tomato-based broth.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb white fish fillets (such as cod or tilapia), cut into chunks
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups fish stock or chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, bell pepper, and celery; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
  4. Add diced tomatoes with their juices, broth, Cajun seasoning, paprika, cayenne pepper, thyme, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat and let simmer for 15 minutes to blend flavors.
  6. Add the fish chunks and simmer gently for 5–7 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily.
  7. Stir in lemon juice and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  8. Remove bay leaf and serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

  • Adjust cayenne to control the spice level.
  • Use fresh or frozen fish fillets as available.
  • This soup pairs well with crusty bread or rice.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg