Delicious County Cork Cod Soup Recipe for Cozy Nights
Warm your senses with this Delicious County Cork Cod Soup, a heartwarming dish perfect for cozy nights. This comforting soup brings the flavors of the Irish coast right into your kitchen, combining tender cod with a medley of fresh vegetables, all simmered to perfection. Ideal for family dinners or a relaxing evening at home, this soup is quick to prepare and packed with nutrients, making it a go-to recipe for busy weeknights. With customizable options for protein and added veggies, you can easily adapt it to suit your taste. Each bowl offers a delightful warmth that wraps you in comfort—perfect for those chilly evenings!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Irish
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large onion
- 1 carrot
- 1 stalk celery
- 1/2 sweet bell pepper
- 1/2 poblano pepper
- 3 medium potatoes
- 1 1/2 lbs fish (cod, salmon, or shrimp)
- 8–10 cups water
- Optional: 1/2 cup heavy cream and fresh herbs
Instructions
- Finely chop the onion, carrot, celery, sweet bell pepper, and poblano pepper.
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat butter or oil over medium heat. Sauté the chopped vegetables for about 5-7 minutes until softened; season with salt and black pepper.
- Add tomato paste and bay leaves; cook for another 3-5 minutes.
- Pour in water and add chopped potatoes. Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer for about 15 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Cut fish into 2-inch pieces and add to the pot; cook until flaky (3–5 minutes for fresh fish; 5–7 minutes for frozen).
- If using cream, stir in off heat and garnish with fresh herbs before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg