During winter, a warm bowl of soup can make dinner feel especially comforting. This simple fish soup combines coconut, lemongrass and garlic with tender barramundi fillet skin off for a fragrant meal you can enjoy as seafood at home, making it an easy choice when you want winter comfort food without spending hours in the kitchen.
Quick Cooking Guide
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cook time: About 10–15 minutes
- Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 720g barramundi fillet, skin off – 4 × 180g fillets
- 400ml coconut cream
- 250ml fish stock
- 2 lemongrass stalks, bruised
- 2 cloves garlic, sliced
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- ½ bunch fresh coriander
- 1–2 fresh chillies, optional
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Steamed rice, to serve
How to Make the Soup
1. Build the Broth
- Add the fish stock, bruised lemongrass and garlic to a large pot.
- Bring to a boil, then add the coconut cream.
- Reduce the heat and simmer for about 5 minutes to allow the flavours to infuse.
2. Add the Barramundi
- Add the barramundi fillet, skin off, to the broth.
- Gently poach for about 4–5 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through.
- Avoid vigorous boiling so the fish stays intact.
3. Finish and Serve
- Remove the lemongrass stalks.
- Add lime juice and season to taste.
- Finish with fresh coriander and sliced chilli, if using.
- Serve with steamed rice.
Simple Cooking Tips
- Bruise the lemongrass before adding it to the broth to release its flavour.
- Add the fish towards the end of cooking so it stays tender.
- Remove the lemongrass stalk before serving.
- Keep the soup at a gentle simmer rather than a rapid boil.
- Add chilli at the end so everyone can adjust the heat to their taste.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I Add Prawns?
- Yes. Prawns can be added towards the end of cooking. Cook until they are pink and firm.
- Can I Make It More Filling?
- Absolutely. Serve the soup with steamed rice or add extra vegetables such as bok choy, mushrooms or spinach.
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