Fish soup is a dish that has always been present at Salvadoran family tables. Made with simple ingredients and easy to prepare, this delicious soup is not only budget-friendly but also comforting and full of flavor.
This comforting broth has become a symbol of culinary tradition in the Central American country, appreciated for its unique flavor and authentic character.
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Salvadoran Fish Soup
Ingredients
3 pounds of Whole fish or fish heads cut into pieces
2 Onions
5 Tomatoes
½ Garlic head
1 Bunch of aromatic herbs
3 Celery stalks
2 Leek stalk
2 pounds of Corvina fillet
3 tablespoons of Finely chopped cilantro
1 pinch of Pepper
1 pinch of Salt
Preparation
Step 1 : In a large pot with three liters of boiling water, place the whole fish or pieces along with the onions, tomatoes, garlic, and the bunch of aromatic herbs.
Step 2 : Cook on high heat for thirty minutes.
Step 3 : After that time, remove the fish and puree the mixture of onions, tomatoes, garlic, and herbs.
Step 4 : Strain the mixture and return it to the pot on the stove.
Step 5 : Add the celery stalks, leek, and fish fillets to the pot and let it boil for another ten minutes.
Step 6 : Finally, add the chopped cilantro and let it rest for five minutes before serving.













