Caldo de Piranha

Name: Caldo de Piranha
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Brazilian
Ingredients: 2 lbs cleaned piranha fish, chopped; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 yellow onion, diced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 green bell pepper, diced; 3 tomatoes, diced; 6 cups water; 2 tbsp lime juice; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 1 tsp salt

A savory Brazilian fish soup made by simmering piranha with aromatics, tomatoes, and fresh cilantro into a rich broth.

60 minMediumServes 6180 cal/serving

BrazilianSoupStovetop and BlenderPescatarianHigh ProteinLow CarbHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeDairy-FreeNut-FreeEgg-FreeSoy-FreeShellfish-FreeSesame-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

2 lbs cleaned piranha fish, chopped
2 tbsp olive oil
1 yellow onion, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 green bell pepper, diced
3 tomatoes, diced
6 cups water
2 tbsp lime juice
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 tsp salt

Instructions

1

Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2

Sauté 1 diced yellow onion, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 1 diced green bell pepper for 5 minutes until soft.
3

Add 3 diced tomatoes and cook for 3 minutes until softened.
4

Add 2 lbs chopped cleaned piranha fish, 6 cups water, and 1 tsp salt, then bring to a boil.
5

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes until the fish reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
6

Strain broth through a fine sieve to remove bones, blending the soft vegetable broth if preferred, then return broth to pot.
7

Stir in 2 tbsp lime juice and top with 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro before serving.

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Questions

How long does Caldo de Piranha take?

As written, 60 minutes: 20 of prep and 40 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 5 (25 minutes): "Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25 minutes until the fish reaches an internal temperature of 145°F."

What internal temperature should Caldo de Piranha reach?

For Caldo de Piranha, the target internal temperature is 145 F (about 65 C), given in step 5. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

What can I use instead of cilantro in Caldo de Piranha?

The entry for Caldo de Piranha calls for 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped. In its place: Flat-leaf parsley with a squeeze of lime, for anyone who tastes soap. The dish loses its signature note but stays fresh.

Is Caldo de Piranha keto-friendly?

A serving of Caldo de Piranha carries 6 g of carbohydrate, 2 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 30 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 6 percent.

How do I store and reheat Caldo de Piranha?

Refrigerate Caldo de Piranha for up to four days, or freeze it in portions for up to three months. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or stock to loosen it.

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