Shorba Samak || The quickest & simplest method of cooking tilapia soup

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while chicken is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier with a higher smoke point, while vegetable oil is more affordable.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: frozen herbs

Dried herbs are more shelf-stable, and frozen herbs can be less expensive.

chili peppers

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Bell peppers provide flavor without heat, while cayenne is a cost-effective spice.

Cut an onion and add it into a pot.

Add hot water to the pot to quicken the cooking time.

Add canola oil, vegetable stock powder, cardamom pods, and black peppercorns to the pot.

Cook covered for 20 minutes or until the onions soften.

Wash the tilapia and put it aside until ready to add to the pot.

Add the tilapia to the pot and cook covered for 6 to 8 minutes or until the fish is well cooked but still firm.

Stir gently and check the seasoning, adding salt to taste if needed.

Serve the soup.

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