Traditional Irish Fish Soup

How to Make Traditional Irish Fish Soup at Home

Recipes may be AI-assisted. Always verify ingredients for allergies and dietary needs.

Ingredients

• 1 pound white fish fillets
• 1 medium onion
• 1 medium leek
• 1 medium carrot
• 1 medium celery stalk
• 4 cups vegetable stock
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

1. 1

   Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large pot over medium heat.

2. 2

   Add 1 medium chopped onion, 1 chopped leek, 1 chopped carrot, and 1 chopped celery stalk to the pot. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

3. 3

   Pour in 4 cups of vegetable stock and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

4. 4

   Season the soup with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of black pepper.

5. 5

   Add 1 pound of white fish fillets (such as cod or haddock) to the pot. Cook for about 10 minutes until the fish is opaque and flakes easily.

6. 6

   Stir in 2 tablespoons of fresh dill and 1 cup of heavy cream. Allow the soup to heat through for another 2-3 minutes.

7. 7

   Add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice to brighten the flavors. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

8. 8

   Serve hot, garnished with additional dill if desired.