Auténtico Viche Manabita Ecuador/Authentic Ecuadorian Viche (fish and shrimp soup)

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu is a plant-based option, while canned tuna is more affordable.

Mix together shredded plantains, salt, cumin, adobo, paprika, and chopped onions to form a mixture.

Make balls from the mixture to create peanut balls.

In a pot, heat olive oil and sauté chopped onion, garlic, and tomatoes until cooked.

Add salt and pepper to the cod and shrimp, then add to the pot.

Incorporate yuca chunks and chopped plantains into the pot.

Add chopped corn on the cob and stir well.

Pour in 4 cups of water and bring to a simmer.

Add the peanut butter mixture to thicken the soup.

Finish by adding chopped cilantro to the soup before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens