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Sopa de Pescado

A comforting Spanish fish soup with rich saffron broth, aromatic garlic, and tender cod fillets.

35 minEasyServes 4240 cal/serving

SpanishSoupStovetopPescatarianMediterraneanLow CarbHigh ProteinGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeEgg-FreeSoy-FreeShellfish-FreeSesame-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 can canned diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups fish stock
  • 1 pinch saffron threads, crushed
  • 1 lb cod fillet, cubed
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

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

  2. 2

    Add 1 diced yellow onion and 4 minced garlic cloves, cooking for 5 minutes until soft.

  3. 3

    Stir in 1 can canned diced tomatoes, 4 cups fish stock, and 1 pinch crushed saffron threads, then bring to a simmer for 10 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add 1 lb cubed cod fillet and simmer gently for 6 minutes until the fish reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees F.

  5. 5

    Stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley and serve hot.

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Questions

What is Sopa de Pescado?

A comforting Spanish fish soup with rich saffron broth, aromatic garlic, and tender cod fillets. This reference files it under Spanish soup: made on the stovetop, rated easy and about 35 minutes start to finish.

What internal temperature should Sopa de Pescado reach?

For Sopa de Pescado, the target internal temperature is 145 F (about 65 C), given in step 4. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Is there a substitute for saffron in Sopa de Pescado?

The entry for Sopa de Pescado calls for 1 pinch saffron threads, crushed. In its place: Nothing reproduces the flavor of saffron. A pinch of turmeric supplies the color only.

Can I use a different white fish instead of the cod in Sopa de Pescado?

Yes. Any firm white fish of similar thickness works: cod, haddock, pollock and halibut are interchangeable here. Timing follows thickness, not species. As written, the entry for Sopa de Pescado uses 1 lb cod fillet, cubed.

Does Sopa de Pescado contain fish?

Yes: 1 lb cod fillet, cubed. The full allergen list for this entry is fish. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How much protein is in Sopa de Pescado?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 28 g of protein in about 240 calories, alongside 8 g carbohydrate and 10 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 580 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list. More like it: the high-protein soup collection.

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