SOUPE DE POISSON

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This is a recipe from chef Anthony Bourdain, host of "No Reservations" and author of eight books, including best seller "Kitchen Confidential." A 31-year veteran of professional kitchens, Bourdain is the executive chef at Les Halles in New York City.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Soups, Stews & Stocks     Soup Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 tablespoons olive oil
4 garlic cloves
2 small onions, thinly sliced
2 leeks, whites only, washed and thinly sliced
1 fennel bulb, thinly sliced
1 can (18 ounces) plum tomatoes, chopped
2 pounds tiny whole fish (such as porgies or whiting), gutted with heads intact, or 4 pounds fish bones and heads
1 Bouquet Garni
zest of 1 orange
3 strands of saffron
Salt
Pepper
1 ounce Pernod
Rouille
Grated Parmesan, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic, onions, leeks, and fennel and let them sweat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon.
  • Add tomatoes and cook for another 4 to 5 minutes, then add the small fish or bones. Cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add water to cover, as well as the bouquet garni and orange zest. Stir well; add saffron, a dash of salt and pepper, and Pernod. Lower the heat and simmer for about an hour.
  • Remove pot from heat and let soup cool slightly. Taking care not to splatter or scald yourself, strain liquid into a large bowl. In the pot, crush the heads, bones, and vegetables as much as possible, then transfer that to the strainer. Push and squeeze every bit of liquid and solid goodness through with a mallet or heavy wooden spoon. Return to the pot.
  • Bring the soup back up to heat and serve with croutons, rouille, and some grated Parmesan on the side. The idea is to smear a little rouille on the croutons, float them in the soup as garnish, and allow guests to sprinkle cheese as they wish.

Anastasia Maiden
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I can't wait to try this recipe!


Shahzad Chandio
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Thank you for sharing this recipe!


Danielle Barnett
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This soup is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again and again.


Sandy Ambalgan
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves fish soup.


Anayetur Rahman
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Overall, this is a great fish soup recipe. It's easy to make, flavorful, and comforting.


Eliona
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I found the soup to be a bit bland. I would recommend adding more herbs and spices next time.


Abdullah al Mahmud
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The soup was a bit too salty for my taste. I would recommend using less salt next time.


Cynthia Mureithi
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I added some extra vegetables to the soup, like carrots and celery, and it turned out even better.


Dennis Quarcoo
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's so comforting and flavorful.


NL4U film
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I made this soup for my family and they all loved it! It's a great way to get your kids to eat fish.


chris calkins
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This is the best fish soup I've ever had! The broth is so flavorful and the fish is cooked perfectly.


Jessica Black
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The soup was very easy to make and it turned out great! I will definitely be making this again.


Atanya Precious
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I found the soup to be a bit bland. I would recommend adding more herbs and spices next time.


Blanca Elias
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The soup was a bit too salty for my taste. I would recommend using less salt next time.


saqib khan tik tok
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I added some extra vegetables to the soup, like carrots and celery, and it turned out even better.


Kashif Durani
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This soup is so comforting and flavorful. It's perfect for a cold winter day.


Chukwu Joy
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I made this soup for a dinner party and everyone loved it! It was a great way to showcase the fresh seafood from the market.


Madan Ale
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The soup was very easy to make and it was ready in no time.


Cristian P
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This fish soup is absolutely delicious! The broth is so flavorful and the fish is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.