Authentic Jamaican Fish Tea Soup

Authentic Jamaican Fish Tea Soup

Dive into the heart of Jamaican cuisine with this deliciously light yet flavorful Jamaican Fish Tea Soup. Traditionally enjoyed as a warming main course or appetizer, this soup is celebrated for highlighting the natural essence of fish, complemented by a medley of vibrant vegetables and subtle spices.

Ingredients

🐟 1.5 - 2 lbs boneless King fish fillets
🥔 2 medium-sized, peeled and chopped potatoes
🎃 1/2 of a small pumpkin, peeled and chopped
🌱 1-2 medium chocho chayote, sliced
🥕 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
🌿 10-15 okra, trimmed and sliced
🌿 2-3 sprigs fresh thyme
🌶️ 1 whole Scotch Bonnet Pepper
🌿 1/4 cup scallion, chopped
🧅 1/4 cup onion, chopped
🌶️ 1/8 cup red bell pepper, chopped
🌶️ 1/8 cup green bell pepper, chopped
🥣 1 packet Grace Fish Tea Fish Flavored Soup Mix
🌰 1 teaspoon Grace Dodd's Allspice
🧂 1/2 teaspoon Great Value Iodized Salt
🍜 Small, finger-shaped homemade dumplings

Instructions

1- Boil Water:

• Fill the large heavy-duty aluminum pot with water.
• Bring it to a rolling boil on the Frigidaire electric stove.

2- Add Vegetables:

• Add chopped pumpkin, chocho, thyme sprigs, carrots, scallion, onion, bell peppers, pimento seeds, and salt.
• Stir gently.

3- Cook Vegetables:

• Let ingredients cook for 15-20 minutes until vegetables are halfway done.

4- Add Soup Mix:

• Add the Grace Fish Tea Fish Flavored Soup Mix into the pot.
• Stir to dissolve.

5- Add Remaining Ingredients:

• Introduce potatoes, okra, and whole Scotch bonnet pepper into the mixture.

6- Add Fish and Dumplings:

• Carefully place boneless fish fillets into the pot.
• Followed by finger-shaped dumplings.

7- Stir Soup:

• Gently stir the soup, preserving the integrity of the fish and vegetables.

8- Final Cooking:

• Allow the soup to cook for another 20 minutes.

9- Season:

• Taste the broth and adjust seasoning with salt if necessary.

10- Serve:
- Serve the soup piping hot.
- Garnish with the whole Scotch bonnet pepper for visual appeal.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 6
Equipment: Large heavy-duty aluminum pot, Frigidaire electric stove, Wooden Spoon, Plates and Bowls for preparation
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 250, Protein: 25g, Fats: 5g, Carbohydrates: 30g

Cooking Tips:

• Use boneless fish to prevent any choking hazards, particularly for children.
• Follow the staged addition of ingredients to maintain texture balance; start with harder vegetables before adding more delicate components.
• Use pumpkin for a natural splash of color and flavor.
• Keep dumplings small and simple for ease of cooking and consumption.
• Add the Scotch bonnet pepper whole to control the heat level.

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Authentic Jamaican Fish Tea Soup