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Icelandic Fish Soup

Cultural Context

Icelandic Fish Soup, or Fiskisúpa, is a staple in Icelandic cuisine, often enjoyed during cold winters. Traditionally made with fresh catch from the surrounding waters, it reflects the island's reliance on fishing and showcases the bounty of the sea. This comforting dish is a symbol of Icelandic hospitality and is often served with crusty bread. Today, variations include different types of seafood and vegetables, making it a beloved dish both in Iceland and beyond.

IcelandicISmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 medium onion
1 cup celery, chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 lb salmon, cut into pieces
1 lb haddock, cut into pieces
1 cup peeled and deveined prawns
1/2 cup white wine
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup double cream
4 cups vegetable stock

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

white fish

🥗Healthier: salmon

💰Cheaper: cod

Salmon adds healthy fats while cod is often more affordable.

fish stock

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with fish scraps

Vegetable broth offers a lighter base, while scraps reduce waste.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is heart-healthy, while margarine is often less expensive.

1

Set up a tripod over the fire with a cooking bowl.

2

Melt butter in the bowl over the fire.

3

Add chopped onions and celery; cook until softened, about 8-10 minutes.

4

Stir in tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes.

5

Add white wine and port; cook down for 4-5 minutes to burn off the alcohol.

6

Pour in about 1 liter of vegetable stock and season with salt and pepper.

7

Let the mixture simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes.

8

Add the seafood (salmon, haddock, and prawns) and stir; cook for about 5-6 minutes until fish is cooked through.

9

Squeeze lemon juice into the soup before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

large potladlecutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fishdairy

Also Known As

FiskisúpaIcelandic Seafood Soup

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