Jul 14 2026
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Vietnamese Fish Maw Soup With Seafood Recipe

Inspired by Pho Viet
Time1h
Serves4

Soup Hải Sản Bong Bóng Cá.

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Ingredients

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Soup Base

Method

Preparing the Soup Base

  1. 1

    Soak Fish Maw

    Start by soaking the fish maw in warm water for about 30 minutes until it's soft. Drain and cut into bite-sized pieces.

  2. 2

    Prepare Broth

    In a large pot, combine the chicken broth and water. Add the ginger and garlic (smashed) to infuse flavor. Bring to a boil over medium heat.

  3. 3

    Season the Broth

    Once the broth is boiling, add the fish sauce, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.

Cooking the Seafood

  1. 4

    Add Fish Maw

    Add the soaked fish maw to the simmering broth and cook for 5 minutes.

  2. 5

    Add Seafood

    Add the shrimp, fish fillet, and squid to the pot. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes or until the seafood is cooked through and tender.

Garnishing and Serving

  1. 6

    Garnish the Soup

    Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped green onions and cilantro.

  2. 7

    Serve with Lime

    Serve hot with lime wedges on the side for an extra zing.

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