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Norwegian Fish Soup

Cultural Context

Originating from Norway's coastal communities, Norwegian Fish Soup is a comforting dish that reflects the country's rich maritime heritage. Traditionally, it was a way to utilize fresh catches from the sea, often enjoyed during family gatherings. Today, this soup has gained popularity beyond Norway, with variations appearing in many seafood-loving cultures worldwide.

NorwegianNOmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
4 cups fish stock
1 bay leaf
1 medium carrot, finely chopped
1 leek, finely sliced
1 stalk of celery, sliced
12 peeled shrimp
1 lb mussels
1 piece of tilapia
4-6 ounces cod
3-4 tbsp butter
1/3 cup flour
1/2-3/4 cup heavy cream
salt and pepper
parsley
chives
optional lumpfish caviar

cream

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: milk

Coconut milk adds creaminess with fewer calories.

fresh fish

🥗Healthier: frozen fish

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Canned fish is often more affordable and convenient.

1

Cook cod and tilapia in fish stock beforehand.

2

Add 4 cups of fish stock to a pot.

3

Add chopped carrot, celery, and leek to the pot; cook for a couple of minutes until slightly softened.

4

Add 1 bay leaf and frozen mussels to the pot; cook until vegetables are tender and mussels are cooked.

5

Melt 3-4 tablespoons of butter in a separate pan.

6

Add 1/3 cup of flour to the melted butter; stir to avoid lumps.

7

Add heavy cream to the butter and flour mixture; stir until combined and smooth.

8

Add the creamy mixture to the soup; stir to combine.

9

Add cooked fish pieces and shrimp to the soup; heat through for about a minute.

10

Remove bay leaf from the soup before serving.

11

Serve the soup garnished with parsley and chives.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

potpanladlecutting boardknife

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Allergens

fishdairy

Also Known As

Fiskesuppe

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