MEDITERRANEAN FISH SOUP

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Provided by Barbara Kafka

Categories     lunch, soups and stews, appetizer, side dish

Time 30m

Yield Six servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 medium onion, peeled and coarsely chopped, about 1 cup
5 cloves garlic, smashed, peeled and sliced
Pinch cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
4 cups fish broth (see recipe)
1 1/2 pounds tomatoes, cored and roughly chopped, about 3 cups
1/2 cup white wine
1/4 cup Pernod
Large pinch saffron threads
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
Croutons (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine the onion, garlic, cayenne pepper and oil in a five-quart casserole with a tightly fitting lid. Cover and cook at 100 percent power in a 650- to 700-watt oven for four minutes.
  • Remove and uncover. Stir in the broth, tomatoes, wine, Pernod and saffron. Cover and cook at 100 percent power for 15 minutes.
  • Remove and uncover. Pass through a food mill with a medium blade. Stir in the lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.
  • Serve hot with croutons, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 118, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 769 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Cabdi Nuur
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This soup was absolutely delicious! The flavors were rich and complex, and the fish was cooked perfectly. I especially loved the addition of the rouille. It added a nice touch of spice and creaminess. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyon


Prince Ff
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This soup was easy to make and very flavorful. I used a variety of fish, including salmon, cod, and shrimp, and it turned out great. The broth was light and flavorful, and the vegetables were perfectly cooked. I served it with a side of crusty bread,


Rashid BHATTI
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I'm not a big fan of fish, but I really enjoyed this soup. The flavors were well-balanced and the fish was cooked perfectly. I especially liked the addition of the vegetables. They added a nice touch of sweetness and crunch. I would definitely recomm


Irfan Javed
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover fish. I had some salmon fillets that I didn't know what to do with, so I decided to make this soup. It turned out great! The soup was flavorful and satisfying, and the salmon was cooked perfectly. I will de


Jody Van greunen
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I made this soup for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it. The soup was flavorful and satisfying, and the presentation was beautiful. I served it with a side of grilled bread and a salad, and it was the perfect meal for a special occasi


Nathan Venhuizen
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This soup was delicious! The flavors were well-balanced and the fish was cooked perfectly. I especially liked the addition of the rouille. It added a nice touch of spice and creaminess. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves sea


Tyler Whitson
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my soup didn't turn out as flavorful as I had hoped. I think I might have used the wrong type of fish, or maybe I didn't cook it long enough. I'm not sure what went wrong, but I was disappointed with the results.


Azam Like
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This soup was a bit too fishy for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with a different type of fish, or maybe even just vegetables. The broth was also a bit too thin for my liking. I would have preferred it to be a bit thicker and more substa


Travis Anderson
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I've made it several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The soup is flavorful and satisfying, and the addition of the rouille really takes it to the next level. I highl


Bloch khanbloch
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This soup is a keeper! It's easy to make and packed with flavor. I used a variety of fish, including salmon, cod, and shrimp, and it turned out beautifully. The broth was light and flavorful, and the vegetables were perfectly cooked. I served it with


Carmen Lewis
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I'm not usually a fan of fish soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of fish, tomatoes, and spices was simply irresistible. The soup was rich and flavorful, with a perfect balance of tanginess and sweetness. I served it with crusty br


Agade Leon
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This Mediterranean fish soup was a delightful culinary journey. The flavors were vibrant and layered, with each ingredient contributing its unique charm. The soup had a perfect balance of seafood sweetness, tangy tomatoes, and aromatic herbs. It was