Algerian Fish Soup

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We had this kind of soup in a restaurant at the harbor of algier, algeria. Back at home i tried to copy the recipe and came up with this version. Feel free to add more cayenne pepper to increase the heat.

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Steps

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Dice the onions and let them get golden in the olive oil.

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Use a large soup pot !.

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Cut the bell peppers , potatoes , carrot , fennel and celery in cubes.

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The soup will get pureed , no need to cut very small pieces.

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Put the vegetables in the pot and let it get some colour.

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Add the tomato paste , fry a few seconds and then add the water , about two litres should be enough.

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Add the bay leaves , lemon rind and the spices.

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Let it simmer on low heat for about 20 minutes , until vegetables are soft.

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Cut the fish fillets in cubes and add them to the soup.

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Let it simmer for another 15 minutes , until the fish is done.

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Carefully puree the soup , adding some water or broth if necessary.

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Check on the seasoning and serve with slices of lemon and fresh baguette bread.

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Enjoy !.

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Ingredients

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fish fillet, potatoes, green bell peppers, carrot, fennel bulb, onions, celery rib, tomato paste, water, cumin, ras el hanout spice mix, coriander, bay leaves, lemon rind, harissa, olive oil