Coriander (Cilantro) Fish Ball Soup

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 3
Coriander (Cilantro) Fish Ball Soup perfect for a healthy dinner tonight
in Soup

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 cups fat-free chicken stock
2 cm piece fresh ginger , peeled , sliced
2 whole star anise
4 teaspoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1 green chili , divided
1 garlic clove
350 g boneless white fish fillets , skin removed , roughly chopped
1/2 cup fresh coriander leaves , chopped
1 teaspoon finely grated lime zest
1 garlic clove , crushed
salt and pepper
200 g dried rice-stick noodles ( pad Thai )
1 small head of broccoli , cut into small florets
50 g snow peas , trimmed
1 bunch asparagus , woody ends removed , cut in half
fresh coriander leaves , to serve
lime wedge , to serve

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
320
Sugar
6g
Fat
4g
Coriander (Cilantro) Fish Ball Soup is a light and flavorful dish that is perfect for a healthy dinner tonight. The fish balls made with fresh white fish fillets, coriander, and lime zest are tender and succulent, while the soup base infused with ginger and star anise is fragrant and aromatic. This soup is also packed with fresh veggies like broccoli, snow peas, and asparagus, making it a well-rounded and nutritious meal that is sure to satisfy. Whether you are looking for a refreshing and healthy soup to enjoy tonight, or a new way to use up that leftover fish in your fridge, Coriander (Cilantro) Fish Ball Soup is a great option that is sure to please.

Instructions

1.Start by making the soup base: In a large pot, bring the chicken stock, ginger, and star anise to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
2.In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, brown sugar, and half of the green chili. Add the mixture to the pot and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
3.In a food processor or blender, blend the garlic, fish, coriander, lime zest, and remaining half of the green chili until it forms a smooth paste. Season with salt and pepper.
4.Using wet hands, roll the fish paste into small balls, around 1 inch in diameter, and drop them into the soup. Simmer gently for 5-7 minutes, or until the fish balls are cooked through.
5.In a separate pot, cook the rice-stick noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
6.In a large pot of boiling salted water, blanch the broccoli, snow peas, and asparagus for 1-2 minutes. Drain and set aside.
7.To serve, divide the noodles, vegetables, and fish balls between the serving bowls. Ladle over the soup and top with fresh coriander and a squeeze of lime.

PROS

This soup is flavorful and aromatic, full of fresh cilantro and ginger.

It is low in fat and calories, making it a healthy and satisfying option for dinner tonight.

CONS

The fish balls can be a bit time-consuming to make, but they are worth the effort for the delicious results.

Be careful when blending the hot soup base and fish mixture, as it can be very hot and splash easily.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup is high in protein thanks to the white fish, and full of antioxidants from the fresh cilantro and vegetables.
It is low in fat and calories, making it a great option for anyone looking to maintain a healthy and balanced diet.

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