Coconut Lime Fish Soup – Tropical, Tangy & Soothing! 🥥🐟


 

This fragrant Thai-inspired soup combines creamy coconut milk, zesty lime, and tender white fish in a light yet flavorful broth—ready in 20 minutes! Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or when you crave something bright and comforting.

✨ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✅ Quick & easy – Faster than takeout
✅ Light but satisfying – Brothy, creamy, and fresh
✅ Customizable – Use shrimp, tofu, or veggies
✅ Immunity boost – Ginger, garlic, and lime = wellness in a bowl

📝 Ingredients (Serves 4)

Soup Base

  • 1 tbsp coconut oil (or vegetable oil)

  • 1 shallot, minced

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated

  • 1 stalk lemongrass, bruised (or 1 tsp paste)

  • 1-2 Thai chilies, sliced (optional)

Liquids & Seasonings

  • 1 (14 oz) can coconut milk

  • 2 cups fish or vegetable broth

  • 2 tbsp fish sauce (or soy sauce for vegetarian)

  • 1 tbsp brown sugar

  • Juice of 1-2 limes (+ zest for garnish)

Protein & Veggies

  • 1 lb white fish (cod, tilapia, or halibut), cut into chunks

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

  • 1 cup baby spinach or bok choy

Garnishes

  • Fresh cilantro

  • Thai basil

  • Lime wedges

  • Crushed peanuts (optional)

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions