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Thick and Creamy Hawaiian Fish Soup

Delve into the island flavors with a comforting creamy fish soup.

4servings
45 min
Easy
Worth the slow weekend prepMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Thick and Creamy Hawaiian Fish Soup

About this recipe

This Thick and Creamy Hawaiian Fish Soup blends fresh fish, coconut milk, and aromatic spices, creating a delicious and comforting dish. Perfect for chilly evenings, this soup showcases a touch of tropical flair with an emphasis on accessible, home-cooked flavors.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb fresh mahi mahi or salmon, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 13.5 oz can coconut milk
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tbsp curry powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp ground turmeric
  • 4 cups chicken broth or dashi
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Lime wedges for serving
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Sauté onion, garlic, and ginger until the onion is translucent.

  3. 3

    Add curry powder, cumin, coriander, and turmeric, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

  4. 4

    Stir in fish pieces, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until lightly browned.

  5. 5

    Pour in coconut milk and broth; bring to a simmer.

  6. 6

    Reduce heat and let simmer for 20 minutes, or until fish is cooked through and soup has thickened.

  7. 7

    Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  8. 8

    Serve hot, garnished with cilantro and lime wedges.

Chef's tip

For a more authentic touch, try using freshly caught local fish and homemade dashi as the broth base. Adjust the spices to your preferred heat level.

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