Vietnamese Seafood Volcano Soup

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 7
Vietnamese Seafood Volcano Soup
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Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 garlic cloves , finely chopped
2 shallots , finely chopped
1 tablespoon chili sauce ( I recommend Sriracha )
1 tablespoon tomato sauce
2 medium tomatoes , cut into eighths ( about 8 oz )
3 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons sugar
3 cups chicken stock
2 tablespoons lime juice ( tamarind juice can also be used )
8 ounces fish fillets , cut into small pieces
4 ounces scallops , sliced
4 ounces raw shrimp , peeled and de-veined
12 mussels , scrubbed clean
2 tablespoons dry white wine
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 leaves cilantro , for garnishing ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
255
Sugar
11g
Fat
8g
Vietnamese Seafood Volcano Soup is a traditional dish hailing from Vietnam, known for its delicious blend of seafood and spicy broth. The soup gets its name from the way the ingredients are arranged in the bowl, with the seafood sitting atop the soup like a volcano. This dish is a perfect option for seafood lovers and is a great way to experiment with using multiple types of seafood in one dish. The combination of the spicy broth and fresh seafood is sure to warm you up on a chilly day.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
2.Add the garlic and shallots and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3.Add the chili sauce and tomato sauce and cook for another minute.
4.Add the tomatoes, fish sauce, and sugar and stir to combine.
5.Pour in the chicken stock and bring the mixture to a boil.
6.Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
7.Add the lime juice, fish fillets, scallops, shrimp, and mussels to the pot and stir to combine.
8.Pour in the white wine and season with salt and pepper.
9.Simmer for another 5-10 minutes until the seafood is cooked through.
10.Serve hot, garnished with cilantro if desired.

PROS

This soup is packed with flavor and a delicious way to get your daily dose of seafood.
It’s also low in calories and high in protein.

The chili sauce and tomato sauce give the broth a nice kick of spice.

CONS

Some people may not enjoy the strong fishy taste that comes with using multiple types of seafood in one dish.

The mussels can be a hassle to clean properly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Seafood is an excellent source of protein, and is low in calories and fat.
It is also high in vitamins and minerals like omega-3s. The broth in this dish is packed with nutrients like garlic and shallots, which have been linked to having anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties.

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