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Fish Tea

Cultural Context

Originating from Jamaica, Fish Tea is a comforting soup traditionally made with fresh fish, herbs, and spices. It is often enjoyed as a remedy for colds and is a staple in Jamaican households, reflecting the island's rich fishing culture. Today, variations exist across the Caribbean, with different types of fish and local ingredients being used, making it a beloved dish in many coastal communities.

JamaicanJMmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
3.5 to 4 cups fish stock
3 sprigs thyme
1 carrot
1 cherry squash
1 mini bell pepper
1 can pumpkin
2 fillets cod fish
1 teaspoon all-purpose seasoning
0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
lime juice
salt

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while canned fish is budget-friendly.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk reduces calories, while evaporated milk is often less expensive.

1

Heat 3.5 to 4 cups of fish stock in a pot.

2

Add 3 sprigs of thyme to the pot.

3

Add 1 carrot cut into pieces to the pot.

4

Add 1 cherry squash cut into chunks to the pot.

5

Add 1 mini bell pepper to the pot for flavor.

6

Add half a can of pumpkin to the pot and mix it around.

7

Season 2 fillets of cod fish with lime juice, 1 teaspoon all-purpose seasoning, 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder, and a little thyme; let it sit for 15 minutes.

8

Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with salt and more all-purpose seasoning if needed.

9

After 20 minutes of cooking the vegetables, place the seasoned fish on top of the soup and let it cook for about 5-6 minutes until it flakes easily.

10

Finish by adding lime juice for freshness before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

potknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fishshellfish

Also Known As

Fish Tea SoupFish Broth

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