Fish Tofu Soup

Fish Tofu Soup is a delicate and flavorful Paleo Chinese seafood dish that combines tender fish and silky tofu in a fragrant broth. This nourishing soup is perfect for a light meal, bursting with umami and packed with nutrients.

Fish Tofu Soup
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Chinese
290 kcal

Ingredients

  • White fish fillets (e.g., cod or tilapia) - 200 grams
  • Firm tofu - 150 grams, cut into cubes
  • Vegetable broth - 500 ml
  • Ginger - 10 grams, sliced
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped
  • Mushrooms (shiitake or enoki) - 100 grams, sliced
  • Coconut aminos - 2 tablespoons
  • Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
  • Sea salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste
  • Fresh cilantro - for garnish

Steps

  1. In a pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sliced ginger, sautéing until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring it to a gentle simmer.
  3. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for about 5 minutes until they are tender.
  4. Add the white fish fillets to the pot and cook for another 5-7 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily.
  5. Gently stir in the cubed tofu and coconut aminos, allowing them to heat through for about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Season the soup with sea salt and black pepper to taste.
  7. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped green onions and fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 290
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Carbs: 10 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg
  • Total Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from fish, promoting heart health.
  • Contains antioxidants from ginger and mushrooms, supporting immune function.

Tags

ChinesePaleoSeafood Dish