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Hard 1 hr 35 min~360 kcal 6/10
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Canh Chua
Canh Chua simmers fish and pineapple in a sour broth for a light, aromatic, and refreshing Vietnamese soup.
Easy⏱️ 32 min📖 1 min readServes 4~142 kcal🇻🇳 Vietnamese🌍 Full translation
14 min prep 18 min cook
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Timeline
Total 32 min- Prep14 min
- Cooking18 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
- 350 g Fish fillet
- 1 cup(~200 ml) Pineapple
- 2 Tomatoes
- 1 tbsp(~15 ml) Lime juice
- 4 cup(~800 ml) Water
- 1 tbsp(~15 ml) Tamarind paste
- 1 tbsp(~15 ml) Fish sauce
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Instructions
- 1
Boil the water, chopped tomatoes, and tamarind paste in a pot.
5 min05:00 - 2
Add the fish fillet and pineapple.
- 3
Cook the soup for 12 minutes, until the fish turns opaque.
12 min12:00 - 4
Add the fish sauce and lime juice just before removing from the heat so the fresh acidity does not turn bitter.
- 5
Serve hot with fresh herbs.
💡 Tip: Do not add the pineapple too early, so its texture stays intact.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve the soup hot in a deep bowl, adding white rice on the side if available.
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- Protein source
- Omega-3
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin D
Nutrition (per serving)
⚠️ Estimated, 71% match~142
kcal calories
14
g protein
8
g carbs
5
g fat
Protein 42%Carbs 24%Fat 34%
GI 49 · Low GIGL 4 · Low GLEstimated, 71% match
7.2g
Sugar
1.6g
Fiber
430.4mg
Sodium
0g
Saturated fat
⚠️ Nutrition data match is limited for this recipe (71%); values are estimates.
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Estimated satiety (per serving)
5/10Moderate satiety, fine between meals
This recipe may contain allergens
- Seafood
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Canh Chua make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Canh Chua take?
Prep 14 minutes, cooking 18 minutes; 32 minutes in total.Is Canh Chua difficult?
This recipe is rated easy.How many calories does Canh Chua have?
Approximately 142 kcal per serving. Protein: 14g, carbs: 8g, fat: 5g.Which allergens does Canh Chua contain?
This recipe contains Seafood. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Canh Chua belong to?
This recipe belongs to Vietnamese cuisine.How many ingredients does Canh Chua need?
This recipe needs 7 ingredients.Is Canh Chua filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 5/10; moderately filling, suitable between meals. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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