Fish and Seaweed Soup
Fish and Seaweed Soup is a light and nourishing Chinese seafood dish that combines the umami flavors of fresh fish with the earthy essence of seaweed. Perfectly balanced, this soup is both comforting and healthful, making it an ideal choice for any meal.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Chinese
220 kcal
Ingredients
- Fresh white fish fillet (e.g., cod or tilapia) - 200 grams
- Dried seaweed (e.g., wakame) - 10 grams
- Chicken broth - 500 milliliters
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
- Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
- Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
- Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped
- Salt - to taste
- Pepper - to taste
- Lime - 1, juiced
Steps
- Soak the dried seaweed in warm water for about 10 minutes until rehydrated, then drain and set aside.
- In a pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat and add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add the rehydrated seaweed and cook for 5 minutes.
- Cut the fish fillet into bite-sized pieces and add it to the pot, cooking for an additional 5-7 minutes until the fish is opaque and cooked through.
- Stir in the soy sauce, lime juice, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 220
- Protein: 30 g
- Carbs: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
- Total Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Water: 0.5 L
Health Benefits
- Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from fish, which support heart health.
- Contains seaweed, a great source of vitamins and minerals, including iodine.
Tags
ChineseHealthySeafood Dish