Fish Soup (Ukha)

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For Fish Soup (Ukha), success comes from the balance between the main ingredient, seasoning and cooking method. Fish Soup (Ukha) is a comforting russian soup made with fish stock, salmon and cod. It is warming, satisfying and easy to bring to the table when you want something cosy and homemade, with fresh herb flavour. The extra notes help explain the flavour, origin and serving style.

What makes this recipe worth making?

Fish Soup (Ukha) gets its character from a clear combination of ingredients and flavour direction. Fish Soup (Ukha) is a comforting russian soup made with fish stock, salmon and cod. It is warming, satisfying and easy to bring to the. It stays familiar while still feeling more interesting than an everyday meal.

Preparation time: 15 min

Ingredients

• Olive Oil – 2 tbs
• Onion – 1 sliced
• Carrots – 2 medium
• Fish Stock – 3 cups
• Water – 3 cups
• Potatoes – 4 large
• Bay Leaf – 3
• Cod – 1
• Salmon – 1

Method

In a medium pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally until the onions start to caramelize. Add the carrots and cook until the carrots start to soften, about 4 more minutes.
Add the stock, water, potatoes, bay leaves, and black peppercorns. Season with salt and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and cook for 10 minutes. Add the millet and cook for 15 more minutes until millet and potatoes are cooked.
Gently add the fish cubes. Stir and bring the soup to a simmer. The fish will cook through very fast, so make sure to not overcook them. They are done when the flesh is opaque and flakes easily.
Garnish the soup with chopped fresh dill or parsley before serving.