Best 2 Chinese Fish And Lettuce Soup Recipes

Chinese fish and lettuce soup is a simple and flavorful dish that makes a perfect light lunch or starter to a main course feast. With its delicate blend of flavors and textures, this soup is sure to delight your taste buds and leave you wanting more. Whether you're an experienced home cook or a kitchen novice, this recipe will guide you step-by-step through the process of creating a delicious and authentic Chinese fish and lettuce soup.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CHINESE FISH AND LETTUCE SOUP

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This recipe comes from a cookbook "Three Ancient Cuisines" by Jeff Smith, know as "The Frugal Gourmet." Beautiful in its simplicity!

Provided by Susiecat too

Categories Clear Soup

Time 25m

Yield 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1/2 lb very fresh white fish, boneless fillet, sliced thin (cod or snapper work well)
1 tablespoon light soy sauce
1 tablespoon peanut oil
1 pinch white pepper
3 cups iceberg lettuce, sliced in long threads
2 slices fresh ginger, each the size of a 25-cent piece, julienned
1 tablespoon peanut oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 cups chicken stock (or veggie stock)
1 tablespoon chinese rice wine or 1 tablespoon dry sherry
sesame oil
white pepper, to taste

Steps:

Thinly slice the boneless fish and soak in the marinade.
Shred the lettuce and set aside.
Cook the ginger, oil and salt just until the ginger begins to brown a little bit. Add to the soup stock and bring to a heavy simmer.
Just prior to serving, drain the marinade from the fish and add the fish to the soup pot, all at once, along with the lettuce and the rice wine or sherry.
Bring back to a full simmer, then remove from stove.
Do not overcook the soup.
Add a few drops of sesame oil and pepper for garnish, and serve immediately.

SOUTHEAST ASIAN FISH SOUP

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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

3 cups water
3 (8-ounce) bottles clam juice
4 scallions, thinly sliced, white and green parts separated
2 stalks lemongrass, tops trimmed, tender stalks cut into 2-inch pieces and smashed
1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and minced (2 tablespoons)
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Asian chili paste, such as sambal oelek
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 1/2 pounds red snapper fillet, or other white fleshed fish, skin removed
4 white mushrooms, sliced
2 carrots, shredded
1 cup cilantro leaves and stems, roughly chopped
Kosher salt
Lime wedges, for serving

Steps:

Bring the water and clam juice to a boil over high heat in a large soup pot with the scallion whites, lemongrass, ginger, garlic, and chili paste. Cover and adjust the heat to maintain a simmer, and cook for 10 minutes. Add the fish sauce.
Slice the fish into large chunks and add to the broth with the mushrooms and carrots. Cook over medium heat, uncovered, until the fish is opaque and cooked through, about 4 minutes. (Remove and discard lemongrass.) Stir in the cilantro and scallion greens and season with salt. Spoon into warm bowls and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139 calorie, Fat 2 grams, SaturatedFat 0.5 grams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fiber 1 grams, Protein 26 grams

Tips:

Choose the right fish: A firm-fleshed fish like cod, salmon, or tilapia is best for this soup. Avoid delicate fish like sole or flounder, as they will fall apart in the soup.
Use fresh lettuce: Fresh lettuce will give the soup a crisp, refreshing flavor. Avoid wilted or bruised lettuce.
Don't overcrowd the pot: When adding the fish and lettuce to the soup, don't overcrowd the pot. This will prevent the soup from boiling evenly and the fish from cooking properly.
Season the soup to taste: Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. You can also add other seasonings, such as ginger, garlic, or white pepper, to taste.
Serve the soup hot: Chinese fish and lettuce soup is best served hot. You can garnish the soup with chopped green onions or cilantro before serving.

Conclusion:

Chinese fish and lettuce soup is a delicious and healthy soup that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. It can be made with simple ingredients and is a great way to enjoy fresh fish and lettuce. With its light and refreshing flavor, this soup is a great choice for any occasion.

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