Fish and Shrimp Soup

Fish and Shrimp Soup is a comforting and flavorful Halal Chinese seafood dish, featuring tender fish and succulent shrimp in a fragrant broth. This dish is perfect for seafood lovers, combining the umami of the ocean with aromatic spices for a delightful experience.

Ingredients

• White fish fillets (e.g., cod, halibut) - 200 grams
• Shrimp, peeled and deveined - 150 grams
• Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Ginger, sliced - 1 tablespoon
• Green onions, chopped - 2 stalks
• Carrot, sliced - 1 medium
• Mushrooms, sliced - 100 grams
• Chicken or vegetable broth - 500 milliliters
• Soy sauce (Halal) - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Cilantro, for garnish - a handful

Steps

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a pot over medium heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and sliced ginger, sautéing until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Add the sliced carrots and mushrooms, stirring for another 2-3 minutes until they soften.
4. Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.
5. Add the soy sauce and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
6. Once the broth is simmering, add the fish fillets and shrimp, cooking for about 5-7 minutes until the fish is opaque and the shrimp are pink.
7. Stir in the chopped green onions and sesame oil, cooking for an additional minute.
8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 150 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, beneficial for heart health.

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