Best 4 Encebollado De Pescado Fresh Tuna Soup With Pickled Onions Recipes

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Encebollado de Pescado, a traditional Ecuadorian soup, is a delightful symphony of flavors that bursts with the goodness of fresh tuna, a medley of vegetables, and a tangy pickled onion relish. This savory broth, seasoned with an aromatic blend of spices and herbs, is a hearty and comforting meal that is sure to warm your soul on a chilly day. The pickled onions, with their vibrant colors and sharp flavor, add a delightful contrast to the richness of the soup.

**Recipes Included**:

1. **Encebollado de Pescado (Fresh Tuna Soup)**: Immerse yourself in the authentic flavors of Ecuador with this classic recipe. Discover the art of preparing a flavorful broth infused with fragrant spices, tender chunks of tuna, and a vibrant mix of vegetables. The pickled onion relish adds a tangy twist to complete this delectable dish.

2. **Pickled Onions**: Elevate your culinary skills by mastering the art of pickling onions. This simple yet essential condiment is a versatile addition to various cuisines. Learn the secrets of creating perfectly balanced pickled onions that add a pop of color and flavor to any dish.

3. **Arroz Amarillo (Ecuadorian Yellow Rice)**: Embark on a culinary journey through Ecuadorian cuisine with this vibrant and aromatic yellow rice. This flavorful side dish, featuring the goodness of saffron, annatto, and flavorful spices, is the perfect accompaniment to Encebollado de Pescado, soaking up the delicious broth and enhancing the overall experience.

4. **Salsa de Ají (Spicy Ají Sauce)**: Discover the fiery side of Ecuadorian cooking with this tantalizing Salsa de Ají. This versatile sauce, made from spicy ají peppers, adds a delightful kick to Encebollado de Pescado and other dishes, amplifying their flavors to new heights.

5. **Curtido (Salvadoran Cabbage Slaw)**: Experience the vibrant flavors and textures of El Salvador with this refreshing Curtido. This tangy and crunchy slaw, made from fermented cabbage, carrots, and a blend of spices, provides a delightful contrast to the richness of the Encebollado de Pescado, adding a layer of freshness and acidity.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

ENCEBOLLADO DE PESCADO (FRESH TUNA SOUP WITH PICKLED ONIONS)



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Entered for safe-keeping for ZWT. An Ecuadorean recipe from www.laylita.com, sometimes used as a hangover cure. Yuca or cassava or cassaba should be available at latin supermarkets. The Pickled Red Onion and Tomato Salsa is essential to make this an "Encebollado".

Provided by KateL

Categories     Clear Soup

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 small red onions, cut in half and sliced very thin
3 limes, juice only
1 tablespoon sunflower oil or 1 tablespoon canola oil
3 tomatoes, cut in half and sliced very thin
1 tablespoon cilantro, finely chopped
1 tablespoon salt (to taste)
2 lbs fresh tuna
1 lb yucca root (fresh or frozen) or 1 lb cassava (fresh or frozen)
2 tablespoons sunflower oil
2 tomatoes, diced
1/2 red onion, diced
1 teaspoon chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
8 cups water
5 fresh cilantro stems
salt, to taste

Steps:

  • PICKLED RED ONION AND TOMATO SALSA:.
  • Cut each onion in half, slice very finely and place in a bowl. Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon salt and let rest for about 10 minutes.
  • Cover the onions with lukewarm water and let rest for another 10 minutes.
  • Rinse and drain the onions.
  • Add the lime juice and the oil, place in the fridge until about 30 minutes before serving.
  • Cut the tomatoes in half and slice very finely.
  • Mix the onions, sliced tomatoes and cilantro, taste and add salt if necessary.
  • FISH SOUP:.
  • Heat the oil on medium heat to make a refrito (fried preparation to add to recipe) with diced onion, tomato, cumin, chili powder and salt.
  • Add the water and cilantro springs, bring to a boil.
  • Add the tuna and cook for until the tuna is fully cooked, about 15 minutes.
  • Drain the tuna and keep the broth to cook the yuca.
  • Separate or break the tuna into small to medium size pieces.
  • Bring the tuna broth to a boil and add the yucas, cook until tender but firm, about 30-40 minutes for the frozen yuca.
  • Take the yuca from the broth, remove the strings and cut into bite size chunks.
  • Add the yuca chunks and tuna pieces to the broth, taste and add salt if needed.
  • Re-warm the soup if necessary and serve topped with a good amount of pickled onion and tomato salsa. If desired, can also serve with avocado slices and extra lime slices.

CHICKPEA, VEGETABLE AND TUNA SOUP



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Soups are quick to make and so very easy on the budget. They are perfect for a busy day -- and are a great way to use fresh veggies as well as what's in the cupboard. Use the chile only if you are a fan of heat. This recipe has been created for the Dining on a Dollar competition.

Provided by Leggy Peggy

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon oil
1/2 small red onion, chopped finely
2 garlic cloves, crushed
2 medium carrots, peeled and diced (about 8 ounces)
2 medium zucchini, diced (about 8 ounces)
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 cups water
2 tablespoons dried onion, minced
1 -2 chicken stock cube
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano (optional)
1/4-1 teaspoon ground dried chile (optional)
1 (4 ounce) can mushroom stems and pieces, undrained
1 (15 ounce) can corn kernels, undrained
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 (4 ounce) can tuna, drained
salt and pepper
3/4-1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
chopped cilantro (to garnish) (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat the butter and oil in a pan over high heat.
  • Add onion and garlic and saute until onions are transparent (about 5 minutes).
  • Add the carrots and zucchini and saute another 2 minutes.
  • Add the tomato sauce, water, dried onion, stock cubes, basil, parsley and oregano and chile, if used.
  • Bring to a boil, stirring, then reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes. Stir occasionally.
  • Then add the mushrooms, corn kernels, chickpeas and tuna. Be sure to add the juice from the mushrooms and corn.
  • Simmer for 5-10 minutes or until the carrots are tender and everything is heated through. Stir occasionally.
  • Check for seasoning.
  • Ladle soup into bowls and sprinkle each serving with 2-3 tablespoons of grated cheese.
  • Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326.1, Fat 11.6, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 27.2, Sodium 993.1, Carbohydrate 44, Fiber 8, Sugar 6.5, Protein 16.3

ENCEBOLLADO DE ATUN



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Provided by Douglas Rodriguez

Categories     Soup/Stew     Fish     Garlic     Tuna     Winter     Yuca

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound yuca, peeled, cored, and cut into 1 1/2- to 2-inch lengths
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 white onion, diced (about 1 cup)
4 plum tomatoes, diced
6 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 gallonFish Stock
1 1/2 pounds tuna, cut into 2-inch pieces
5 sprigs parsley, coarsely chopped
1 bunch cilantro, leaves coarsely chopped
salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 red onion, thinly sliced
6 limes, quartered
corn nuts

Steps:

  • Place the yuca in a large stockpot and add water to cover. Bring to a boil, then decrease the heat and simmer gently for about 30 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool in the water.
  • Heat the oil in a separate stockpot over high heat. Add the onion and half of the tomatoes and cook for 10 minutes. Add the garlic and stock, and bring to a boil. Decrease the heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes. Add the tuna and yuca and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the parsley and cilantro and season to taste with salt and pepper. Immediately ladle the soup into bowls. Float some of the red onion slices on the surface of each soup, and top with the remaining diced tomatoes. Squeeze lime juice over the onions and sprinkle the corn nuts over the onions and tomatoes. Serve with the remaining lime wedges on the side.

TUNA SOUP



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I got this recipe from another site and made it the same day for lunch! It is so easy and very tasty! Try it! I think you will like it!!

Provided by b4uc1or2

Categories     Tuna

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (6 ounce) can tuna, drained and flaked
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of celery soup
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can milk
1 (14 ounce) can chopped asparagus

Steps:

  • Dump all ingredients into a saucepan and heat thoroughly. Do not boil!

Tips:

  • For the freshest flavor, use the freshest tuna you can find. Look for tuna that is bright red or pink in color and has a firm texture.
  • If you don't have access to fresh tuna, you can use frozen tuna. Just be sure to thaw it completely before using.
  • To make the pickled onions, you can use any type of onion you like. Red onions, white onions, and yellow onions all work well.
  • If you don't have time to make the pickled onions ahead of time, you can use store-bought pickled onions.
  • Serve the encebollado de pescado with rice, patacones, or yuca fries.

Conclusion:

Encebollado de pescado is a delicious and refreshing soup that is perfect for a hot day. It is also a great way to use up leftover tuna. The pickled onions add a nice tang to the soup, and the cilantro and green onions add a fresh flavor. If you are looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy tuna, give encebollado de pescado a try.

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