Authentic Thai-Style Fish Broth with Greens Recipe

Authentic Thai Seafood recipe — Thai-style fish broth with greens. Imported from TheMealDB.

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Updated March 14, 2026
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Authentic Thai-Style Fish Broth with Greens Recipe

Ingredients

Servings:
4
  • 4 cups fish stock (homemade or store-bought)
  • 1 cup Thai basil (fresh)
  • 1 cup spinach (fresh)
  • 1 cup mushrooms (sliced)
  • 1 cup fish fillets (white fish like tilapia or cod)
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1 teaspoon ginger (grated)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon red chili (sliced, optional for heat)
  • 2 stalks lemongrass (chopped)
  • 4 cups water

Instructions

5 steps

  1. Prepare the broth

    In a large pot, combine fish stock and water. Bring to a boil.

    Use homemade fish stock for best flavor.
  2. Add aromatics

    Add ginger, garlic, lemongrass, and red chili to the boiling broth.

    Simmer for at least 10 minutes to infuse flavors.
  3. Cook the fish

    Add fish fillets and simmer until cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

    Do not overcook the fish to keep it tender.
  4. Add vegetables

    Stir in the mushrooms, spinach, and Thai basil. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.

    Add greens last to maintain their bright color.
  5. Finish the broth

    Stir in fish sauce and lime juice before serving.

    Adjust seasoning to taste with more fish sauce or lime juice.

💡 Tips & Tricks

Serve hot for the best experience. Garnish with additional basil and lime wedges. Pair with steamed jasmine rice for a complete meal.

Storage & Reheating

❄️

Refrigerator

Up to 1 day in an airtight container

🧊

Freezer

Up to 1 month — thaw overnight in fridge

🔥

Gently reheat in a pan over low heat. Avoid microwaving seafood as it can become rubbery.

What to Serve With

Complete your thai meal with these perfect pairings:

🍽️Jasmine rice
🍽️Papaya salad
🍽️Thai iced tea

About This Dish

Authentic Thai-Style Fish Broth with Greens Recipe is a beloved dish from Thai cuisine.

Thai cuisine is famous for its bold flavors and the delicate balance of four fundamental tastes: sweet, sour, salty, and spicy. Fresh herbs and aromatic ingredients are used extensively.

This recipe is rated medium difficulty and uses 12 ingredients. Intermediate cooks will enjoy the balanced challenge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, but make sure to thaw it completely before cooking.

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Nutrition Facts

4 serving(s) per recipe

Serving size1 serving
Calories220kcal
Total Fat8gg
Sodium900mgmg
Total Carbohydrates10gg
Dietary Fiber3gg
Total Sugars2gg
Protein25gg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.

Recipe Details

CuisineThai
CategorySoups