Gluten-Free Spicy Fish Soup
This Gluten-Free Spicy Fish Soup is a vibrant midnight dish that combines fresh fish, aromatic spices, and a comforting broth. Perfectly crafted for late-night cravings, it offers a delightful balance of heat and flavor that will warm your soul.

25 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Chinese
230 kcal
Ingredients
- White fish fillets (e.g., cod or tilapia) - 200 grams
- Fish stock or water - 500 milliliters
- Ginger, sliced - 1 tablespoon
- Garlic, minced - 1 tablespoon
- Red chili, sliced - 1 medium
- Spring onions, chopped - 2 stalks
- Mushrooms, sliced (shiitake or button) - 100 grams
- Soy sauce (gluten-free) - 2 tablespoons
- Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
- Fresh cilantro, chopped - 2 tablespoons
- Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
- Salt - to taste
- Black pepper - to taste
Steps
- In a pot, heat sesame oil over medium heat and sauté the ginger and garlic until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
- Add the sliced red chili and mushrooms to the pot, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
- Pour in the fish stock or water, then add the soy sauce and lime juice, bringing the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat and add the white fish fillets, cooking for about 5-7 minutes until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Stir in the chopped spring onions and cilantro, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.
Nutrition
- Calories: 230
- Protein: 30 g
- Carbs: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
- Total Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Water: 0.5 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein, supporting muscle health and repair.
- Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from fish, promoting heart health.
Tags
ChineseGluten-FreeMidnight