AIP Friendly Zucchini Coconut Fish Curry Soup
This soup is deeply warming and fragrant — the kind of bowl that feels restorative from the very first spoonful. Tender chunks of cod or halibut simmer gently in a rich broth built from full-fat coconut milk and bone broth, with turmeric, Ceylon cinnamon, fresh ginger, and garlic layering in serious depth of flavor. Carrots and zucchini round out the vegetables, giving the soup body and color without anything that falls outside a strict elimination framework. Coconut aminos stand in for soy-based sauces and a splash of apple cider vinegar brightens the whole pot — both smart swaps that keep every ingredient on the compliant side. The technique matters here too: the fish is nestled into the simmering broth at the very end and left undisturbed so the chunks stay intact and silky rather than falling apart. A squeeze of lime and a handful of fresh cilantro at the table take it from weeknight dinner to something that genuinely feels special. This recipe makes four servings, so it's just as practical for meal prep as it is for feeding a table.
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4 servings
For the soup
- 1.5 lb cod or halibut fillets, cut into 1.5-inch chunks
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1.5 tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced into thin rounds
- 1 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced into half-moons
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 2 cups bone broth
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp salt, plus more to taste
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
- 1 lime, cut into wedges (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat the coconut oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until shimmering. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 5–6 minutes.
- 2
Add the garlic and ginger and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Watch closely so the garlic does not brown.
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