Pepper Soup With Red Snapper Recipe
An Authentic African soup. Served with red snapper. All served.
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Ingredients
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Ingredients for Pepper Soup with Red Snapper
Method
Directions for Preparing Pepper Soup with Red Snapper
- 1
Prepare the Fish
Clean the red snapper, removing scales and entrails. Rinse under cold water and pat dry.
- 2
Make the Soup Base
In a large pot, add water, onion (chopped), scotch bonnet peppers (whole), garlic (minced), and ginger (grated). Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- 3
Add the Fish
Once the soup base is boiling, gently add the red snapper to the pot. Reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes.
- 4
Season the Soup
Add seasoning cubes, salt, and black pepper to taste. Stir gently to combine.
- 5
Finish with Herbs
Add fresh basil leaves and lemon juice to the pot. Allow to simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- 6
Serve
Remove from heat and serve hot in bowls, garnished with additional basil if desired.
