Fish soup

A traditional Turkish fish soup, Balık çorbası.

Uha – a Russian fish soup

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Waterzooi – a Belgian creamy fish or chicken stew

Fish soup is a type of soup made with fish and various other ingredients. It is a popular dish in many cultures around the world, each with its own unique preparation and flavor profile.

Types of Fish Soup

Fish soups can vary greatly depending on the region and the type of fish used. Some of the most well-known types include:

Bouillabaisse

A Brazilian version of bouillabaisse.

Bouillabaisse is a traditional Provençal fish stew originating from the port city of Marseille, France. It typically includes a variety of fish and shellfish, flavored with herbs and spices such as saffron.

Cioppino

A bowl of cioppino.

Cioppino is an Italian-American fish stew that originated in San Francisco. It is made with a variety of seafood, including crab, shrimp, and mussels, cooked in a tomato-based broth.

Cullen Skink

A serving of Cullen skink.

Cullen skink is a traditional Scottish soup made with smoked haddock, potatoes, and onions. It is a hearty and creamy soup, often served as a starter.

Fanesca

A traditional Ecuadorian fanesca.

Fanesca is a traditional Ecuadorian soup made with salt cod and a variety of grains and vegetables. It is typically prepared during Holy Week and is a symbol of Ecuadorian cuisine.

Bourride

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Bourride à la sétoise.

Bourride is a fish soup from the Provence region of France, similar to bouillabaisse but often made with a single type of fish and thickened with aioli.

Cantonese Seafood Soup

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Cantonese seafood soup.

Cantonese seafood soup is a popular dish in Cantonese cuisine, often featuring a variety of seafood such as shrimp, scallops, and fish, cooked in a light broth with ginger and green onions.

Preparation

The preparation of fish soup generally involves simmering fish and other ingredients in a broth. The broth can be made from fish stock, vegetable stock, or chicken stock, depending on the desired flavor. Common ingredients include onions, garlic, tomatoes, and herbs.

Nutritional Value

Fish soup is often considered a healthy dish due to its high protein content and the presence of omega-3 fatty acids from the fish. It is also a good source of vitamins and minerals, depending on the ingredients used.

Gallery

• Bouillon cubes (Brühwürfel)
  Bouillon cubes (Brühwürfel)
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  Caldereta – a Spanish and Filipino-style seafood stew
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  Canh chua – a Vietnamese sweet and sour fish soup
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  Fufu in groundnut soup with fish – a West African dish
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  Hungarian fish soup
• Mohinga – a Burmese fish noodle soup, the national dish of Myanmar
  Mohinga – a Burmese fish noodle soup, the national dish of Myanmar
• Ikan kuah kuning – an Indonesian yellow fish soup
  Ikan kuah kuning – an Indonesian yellow fish soup
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  Lohikeitto – a Finnish salmon soup with potatoes and cream
• Manhattan clam chowder – a tomato-based American clam soup
  Manhattan clam chowder – a tomato-based American clam soup
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  Quail soup
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  She-crab soup – a creamy crab-based dish from the Southern U.S.
• Shrimp bisque – a French creamy seafood soup
  Shrimp bisque – a French creamy seafood soup

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