Best 5 Caldo De Pescado Fish Soup Recipes

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Discover the delectable flavors of Caldo de Pescado, a traditional Mexican fish soup that celebrates the bounty of the sea. This authentic recipe uses fresh fish, aromatic vegetables, and a flavorful broth to create a hearty and satisfying dish. Dive into the vibrant flavors of Caldo de Pescado and experience the essence of Mexican cuisine.

In addition to the classic Caldo de Pescado recipe, this article offers a vegetarian variation for those who prefer a plant-based alternative. The vegetarian version captures the essence of the traditional soup using a variety of vegetables, herbs, and spices to create a flavorful and nutritious broth.

For those who enjoy a spicy kick, the article also includes a recipe for a spicy Caldo de Pescado. This version incorporates chili peppers and other spices to create a soup that is sure to tantalize your taste buds.

Whether you prefer the classic, vegetarian, or spicy variation, this article provides all the necessary information to create a delicious and authentic Caldo de Pescado. With step-by-step instructions and helpful tips, you'll be able to prepare this traditional Mexican soup in the comfort of your own kitchen.

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CALDO DE PESCADO Y CAMARON (FISH AND SHRIMP SOUP)



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Excellent for a Lenten meal this fish stock and shrimp in a chipotle-tomato broth is slightly spicy and easy to prepare. Serve soup with lime wedges, hot sauce, and saltine crackers.

Provided by Yvette Marquez

Categories     Appetizer

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 22

8 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
½ white onion (chopped)
1 jalapeño (chopped)
2 carrots stalk (peeled and sliced)
1 celery (sliced)
1 roma tomato (chopped)
3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
1 garlic clove
1 teaspoon ground pepper
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon
4 roma tomatoes (quartered)
½ white onion (quartered)
10 cups water
1 2-pound white fish with skin on such as catfish, halibut, or cod, filleted, and cut in large 3-inch chunks
1 pound shelled large shrimp
2 bay leaves
1 fish stock cube
3 tablespoons cilantro leaves
Salt as needed
Lime wedges
Saltine crackers
Valentina hot sauce

Steps:

  • In a large stockpot heat 4 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat and sauté onion and cook until translucent, about 2 minutes.
  • Add jalapeño, carrots, and celery, and cook for 3 minutes, Add 1 chopped tomato and cook for an additional minute. Turn off heat, place sautéed ingredients in a bowl and set aside.
  • To a blender add chipotle chiles, garlic, pepper, bouillon, tomatoes, and onion; and puree until smooth.
  • Strain blended mixture until smooth and discard any tomato skins and chile peels.
  • In the same stockpot heat additional 4 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat and add strained mixture to stockpot and bring to a boil for 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a separate pot bring water to a boil.
  • Add boiled water, sautéed vegetables, fish, shrimp, bay leaves, and fish stock to the stock pot and bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes until fish is tender. Add cilantro during the last 5 minutes.
  • Add salt to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314.5 kcal, Sugar 2.87 g, Sodium 611.74 mg, Fat 16.86 g, SaturatedFat 2.73 g, Carbohydrate 5.77 g, Fiber 1.88 g, Protein 35.1 g, Cholesterol 199.58 mg, ServingSize 1 serving

CALDO DE PESCADO (FISH SOUP)



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My husband Marcos taught me how to make this. He loves this soup and would eat it everyday if he could. You can add in some corn, black beans or even potatoes to this. it always turns out great. My husband really likes it just simple with tortillas. 8)

Provided by jennifer Torres

Categories     Fish Soups

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 medium onions
3 medium tomatoes
1 can(s) chipotle pepper
2 Tbsp olive oil
16 oz uncooked shrimp
2 tilapia fish
water
corn tortillas

Steps:

  • 1. Put the olive oil in a large pot and heat it over medium high. Dice onions and tomatoes and place them in oil. Add some of the sauce and a couple of the chipolte peppers from the can to the pot. (cut the peppers up a little) Saute for a few minutes until the tomatoes and onions are soft.
  • 2. While the tomato mixture is cooking, take your fish and cut several cuts in the sides of them and salt them very well. Let them sit as you cook the rest of the soup.
  • 3. Fill the pot with about half way up with water and bring to a boil. Once it starts boiling add the shrimp. Let this all come to a boil for about 5 minutes or so.
  • 4. Add the fish in last. (Marcos cooks them with the heads as well LOL) Let the Fish cook for about 10 minutes until it is soft and starts to fall apart. Be sure and not cook it to long so that it falls all apart.
  • 5. Turn the heat off and let sit for a few minutes. Serve with tortillas. Add salt and pepper to taste.

CATFISH SOUP ( CALDO DE BAGRE )



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Make and share this Catfish Soup ( Caldo De Bagre ) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Stottswoman

Categories     Mexican

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon olive oil or 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 large white onion, chopped
2 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced
2 medium tomatoes, peeled and chopped
4 cups reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
2 medium carrots, peeled and thinly sliced
1 celery rib, thinly sliced
2 serrano chilies, halved lengthwise with seeds
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled (Mexican variety preferred)
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
3/4-1 lb catfish fillet, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 teaspoon salt
lime wedge

Steps:

  • Directions:.
  • 1. In a large pot, heat the oil over medium heat and cook the onion, stirring frequently, until it begins to brown, about 4 minutes. Add the garlic and tomatoes. Cook, stirring, until the tomato juices are reduced, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the broth, carrots, celery, serrano chiles, bay leaves, oregano, and thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer until the vegetables are tender, 12 to 14 minutes.
  • 2. Remove the serrano chiles and bay leaves from the soup. Add the fish, cilantro, and salt. Cook until the fish is opaque inside, 6 to 8 minutes. Serve the soup hot with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176.7, Fat 8.8, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 46.7, Sodium 409, Carbohydrate 10.2, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 5, Protein 14.5

CALDO DE PESCADO (SPANISH FISH SOUP)



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Thanks to ingredients like ground cumin, a generous pinch of saffron and dry white wine, this fish stew is pleasingly aromatic.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 teaspoon olive oil
2 medium onions, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice
2 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped
4 cups fish stock or water
1 cup dry white wine
2 bay leaves
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
4 medium new potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
4 whole canned tomatoes, drained, seeded, and cut into 1/2-inch dice
Generous pinch saffron
1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
2 large red bell peppers, seeded and sliced into thin strips
2 pounds monkfish or other firm fish, any membrane removed, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/4 cup loosely packed flat-leaf parsley leaves, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • In a medium stockpot, heat olive oil over medium-low heat. Add onions and garlic and saute stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 8 minutes. Add stock or water, wine, bay leaves, and cumin. Bring to a boil and immediately reduce heat to low; simmer gently for 10 minutes.
  • Add potatoes, tomatoes, and saffron; cover and cook until potatoes are very tender, about 25 minutes. Remove from heat. With a slotted spoon, transfer half the potato mixture to a food processor or food mill. Add paprika; puree Stir puree back into soup; add salt and pepper.
  • Bring soup to a slow simmer over medium-low heat. Add red peppers and fish; cook until peppers are tender and fish is cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes. Divide among bowls and serve garnished with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161 g, Cholesterol 37 g, Fat 3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 22 g, Sodium 307 g

CALDO DE PESCADO A LA CELIA CRUZ (FISH SOUP)



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Provided by Rona Berg

Categories     dinner, one pot, soups and stews, main course

Time 1h

Yield Four servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 whole grouper or sea bass (about 1 1/2 pounds)
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 medium onion, quartered
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 bay leaf
10 black peppercorns
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 green pepper, seeded and chopped
4 plum tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped
1/8 teaspoon turmeric
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
Salt to taste
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro, or to taste

Steps:

  • Have the fishmonger fillet the grouper and reserve the head and bones.
  • Place the fish head and bones in a large pot. Add 1 clove garlic, the onion, thyme, bay leaf and peppercorns. Cover with 2 quarts cold water and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 20 minutes. Strain and set the broth aside. You should have 6 cups. Discard the solids.
  • Heat the olive oil over high heat in another pot. Saute the remaining garlic and the green pepper for 2 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes, turmeric, cayenne pepper and potatoes. Add the stock and season with salt. Bring to a boil and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Cut the fish fillets into 1/2-inch pieces and add them to the soup. Simmer for another 10 minutes. Adjust the seasonings to taste, sprinkle with the cilantro and serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Use flavorful ingredients: Choose fish with a firm texture and a mild flavor, such as tilapia, cod, or halibut. Add vegetables with a strong flavor, such as onions, garlic, tomatoes, and peppers. Use a variety of spices and herbs, such as cumin, oregano, and cilantro, to enhance the flavor of the soup.
  • Don't overcook the fish: Fish cooks quickly, so it's important to be careful not to overcook it. Overcooked fish will become tough and dry. Simmer the soup gently and remove the fish from the pot as soon as it is cooked through.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: Vegetables add flavor, texture, and nutrients to the soup. Use a variety of vegetables, such as onions, garlic, tomatoes, peppers, potatoes, and carrots. You can also add leafy greens, such as spinach or kale.
  • Add a little bit of spice: If you like spicy food, you can add a little bit of spice to the soup. Some good options include chili peppers, cayenne pepper, or paprika.
  • Serve with a side of bread or rice: Caldo de pescado is often served with a side of bread or rice. This helps to soak up the delicious broth.

Conclusion:

Caldo de pescado is a delicious and healthy soup that is easy to make. It is a great way to use up leftover fish, and it is also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. With its flavorful broth, tender fish, and variety of vegetables, caldo de pescado is a soup that the whole family will enjoy.

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