Senegalese Caldo
This vibrant Senegalese caldo features tender fish and a medley of vegetables simmered in a tangy lemon-infused broth. It's a light yet satisfying soup, perfect for a comforting meal.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 1 hr 5 min
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Per serving
- 350 kcal
Allergen information: may contain fish. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
Ingredients
- 600 gwhite fish fillet, cut into 2-inch (5.1 cm) pieces
- 2 pcslemon, juiced
- 4 clovegarlic, minced
- 1 tbspginger, grated
- 1 pcsyellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 pcscarrot, peeled and sliced
- 2 pcspotato, peeled and cubed
- 1 pcsbell pepper, seeded and sliced
- 200 gcabbage, shredded
- 2 tbsptomato paste
- 4 cupvegetable broth
- 0.5 pcsscotch bonnet pepper, whole, pierced(optional)
- 1 pcsbay leaf
- 2 tbspolive oil
- 1 tspsalt
- 0.5 tspblack pepper, freshly ground
garnish
- 2 tbspfresh parsley, chopped
Equipment
ladle · large pot · cutting board · knife
The method
Step by step
- 1
Season the fish pieces with half of the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper; set aside to marinate for at least 15 minutes.
About 15 min
Cook’s note: Marinating the fish briefly adds flavor and helps firm it slightly.
- 2
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
About 1 min
- 3
Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
About 5 min
- 4
Stir in the garlic and ginger and cook for another minute until fragrant.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- 5
Add the tomato paste and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, to deepen its flavor.
About 3 min
- 6
Pour in the vegetable broth, add the carrots, potatoes, bell pepper, cabbage, bay leaf, and the scotch bonnet pepper (if using).
About 2 min
Cook’s note: If you prefer less heat, remove the scotch bonnet pepper before serving.
- 7
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
About 20 min
- 8
Gently add the marinated fish pieces to the pot.
- 9
Continue to simmer, uncovered, for another 8-10 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily.
About 10 min
Cook’s note: Avoid overcooking the fish to keep it tender.
- 10
Stir in the remaining lemon juice and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
About 1 min
- 11
Ladle the caldo into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 349.7kcal
- Protein
- 32.8g
- Carbs
- 38.5g
- Fat
- 9.3g
- Fibre
- 8g
- Sugar
- 10.7g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store leftover caldo in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Gently reheat on the stovetop over medium-low heat until warmed through, adding a splash of water or broth if needed.
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