Jul 14 2026
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Spicy Butterfish Soup Recipe

Inspired by Enchanted Lake Kim Chee Restaurant
Time30m
Serves4

With vegetables & tofu.

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Ingredients

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Soup Base

Vegetables & Tofu

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Begin by preparing all the ingredients. Cut the butterfish into bite-sized pieces, cube the tofu, and slice the bell pepper, carrot, and zucchini. Mince the garlic and grate the ginger.

Cooking

  1. 2

    Cook the Soup Base

    In a large pot, heat vegetable broth over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and red chili paste. Stir and bring to a simmer.

  2. 3

    Add Coconut Milk and Lime Juice

    Once the broth is simmering, pour in the coconut milk and lime juice. Stir well to combine and let it simmer for another 5 minutes.

  3. 4

    Add Vegetables and Tofu

    Add the cubed tofu, sliced bell pepper, carrot, and zucchini to the pot. Stir gently to incorporate the vegetables and tofu into the broth.

  4. 5

    Cook the Butterfish

    Gently add the butterfish pieces to the pot. Let the soup simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.

  5. 6

    Garnish and Serve

    Once cooked, remove the pot from heat. Stir in the chopped green onion and fresh cilantro before serving. Ladle the soup into bowls and enjoy hot.

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