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Fish Head Soup Recipe

Fish Head Soup Recipe

Recipe By Nicole Santa
The fish head soup recipe is one of the most popular dishes in many cultures, from Southeast Asia to the Caribbean.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine Colombian
Servings 8
Calories 210 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Fish heads 3
  • Tomatoes without seeds 4
  • Cloves of garlic 2
  • Onion (chopped) 1
  • Carrots (peeled and cut) 4
  • Water 2 liters
  • Cream ½ cup
  • Hot water ½ cup
  • Fresh dill (chopped) cup
  • Celery 1 stick
  • Bay leaf 1
  • Sprig of parsley to taste
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a pot, bring 2 liters of water to a boil with fish heads, garlic, onion, celery, parsley, salt, and pepper. Cook over medium-low heat for 30 minutes.
  • Strain the broth and discard the fish heads, garlic, onion, celery, and parsley.
  • Blend the tomato using some hot water until smooth, then strain and keep aside.
  • In a pot, cook the tomato in hot oil until browned, for around 4-5 minutes.
  • Next, add the reserved broth, bay leaf, and vegetables.
  • Place the fish pieces in the pot once the broth starts to boil.
  • Allow the soup to simmer for an additional 15 minutes, then taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
  • Add a sprinkle of fresh chopped dill over the dish.
  • For the final touch, add cream, and serve it in a deep dish.
  • The soup is now ready to be served immediately. Enjoy this delicious fish head soup recipe!
Keyword Fish Head Soup Recipe