CANH CHUA CA - HOT SOUR FISH SOUP W/ PINEAPPLE

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Canh Chua Ca - Hot Sour Fish Soup W/ Pineapple image

Another recipe from the In-Laws. This is a wonderful soup that is a common meal for my mother-in-law to make. It is so delicious I just had to have the recipe! My mother-in-law used catfish fillets, skin and all, I prefer to use the pre-diced chunks. Galangal is also known as Siamese Ginger. It can be found fresh, frozen, or dried at asian markets.

Provided by Kiersten Phae

Categories     Asian

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 onion, very thinly sliced
2 stalks lemongrass, the midsection only
3 slices galangal (2 slices if using dried)
1/4 lb mushroom, quartered (stems are usually omitted, but I use them)
1/2 cup bamboo shoot, sliced
1/2 cup pineapple chunk
6 cups chicken stock or 6 cups fish
1/3 tamarind juice
2 -3 tablespoons fish sauce, nuoc mam
1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt (optional)
3/4-1 lb catfish, chunks
1 cup bean sprouts
1 green onion, sliced thin
1/4 cup mint
1/4 cup cilantro
1 -2 serrano chili, sliced

Steps:

  • Cut the midsection of the lemongrass into 1-2 inch pieces and smash them to release the aromatics.
  • Heat the oil in a large sauce pan over medium-high heat.
  • add the garlic, onion, lemongrass and galangal.
  • saute 2-3 minutes or until the onion is soft but not brown.
  • Add the pineapple, bamboo shoots, and mushrooms.
  • cook while stirring for about 1 minute.
  • Add the chicken (or fish) stock and turn the heat to high.
  • Once it's boiling, add the tamarind, fish sauce, sugar, and salt.
  • Stir well. Adjust seasonings to taste.
  • Add the catfish and boil gentle for about 5 minutes, until the fish is opaque.
  • Add the bean sprouts, mint, and green onion to the individual bowls.
  • Ladle soup on top.
  • Garnish with Cilantro and Serrano Chiles.

Haseeb Yamin
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This is the best canh chua recipe I've ever tried! The flavors are so well-balanced and the soup is so flavorful.


Nekiyah Jackman
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This soup is so easy to make and it's always so delicious. I've made it for my family and friends several times and they all love it.


Mdajij Mdajij
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I love the addition of pineapple in this soup. It gives it a unique and refreshing flavor that I've never had in a canh chua soup before.


Dionshae Jarrett
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This soup is amazing! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Sandra Shumba
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I've tried many canh chua recipes before, but this one is by far the best. The flavors are incredible and the soup is so easy to make.


Soraya Flannery
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This canh chua soup is the perfect comfort food. It's so warm and flavorful, and it always makes me feel better when I'm sick or feeling down.


Rhonda Mitchell
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


overloded meme
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always perfect. The soup is so flavorful and delicious.


Ralph Saab
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I made this soup for dinner last night and it was a huge hit! My family loved it and said it was the best canh chua they've ever had.


BOLEDIMO Chuene
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This soup is delicious! The flavors are complex and well-balanced. I especially love the addition of pineapple, which gives the soup a unique and refreshing flavor.


Ken Chan
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to follow and the soup is always delicious. I've made it several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Malik mubeen Mubeen rafique
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This soup is amazing! The flavors are so well-balanced and the pineapple adds a really nice touch. I'll definitely be making this again.


Rana Nafees
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I've made this canh chua soup several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's so easy to make, and it always turns out perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe!


Shyla
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This canh chua recipe is a winner! The flavors are so complex and delicious, with the perfect balance of sour, sweet, and spicy. I especially love the addition of pineapple, which gives the soup a unique and refreshing flavor.