This rich and unusual fish soup from Ecuador is thickened by a combination of green plantains and peanuts. Inspired by Whole Planet Foundation® microcredit client recipes.
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Ingredients
Method
In a blender, puree peanuts, 1 plantain and 2 cups water.
In a large saucepot, heat oil over medium-high until hot.
Add onion and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 6 minutes.
Add cumin and salt and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Stir in peanut mixture, yuca, remaining plantain and an additional 2 cups water, and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat to medium and simmer 10 minutes.
Add fish and simmer until fish is cooked through, about 10 minutes.
Remove from heat and stir in lime juice and cilantro.
Nutritional Info
Serving Size
Calories
300
Total Fat
Saturated Fat
Cholesterol
Sodium
Total Carbohydrate
Dietary Fiber
Total Sugars
Protein
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