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Hsaw ye (tangy tamarind soup)

A tangy fish soup flavoured with tamarind, garnished with coriander and tomato. Light and refreshing, it is traditionally sipped alongside rice dishes.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Base

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

On the side

Nutrition facts

140 kcal per serving

Protein
14.7 g
Carbohydrates
9.8 g
of which sugars
8.8 g
Fat
4.2 g
of which saturated fat
0.5 g
Fiber
1.6 g

Ecomely’s estimate, calculated from the ingredients with the ANSES Ciqual food composition table, excluding sides and seasoning added to taste.

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil and fry the sliced onion, garlic and ginger for 4 minutes.
  2. Add the chopped tomatoes and let them break down for 3 minutes.
  3. Pour in the water and the diluted tamarind paste, then bring to the boil.
  4. Add the fish pieces and the chilli, then simmer for 10 to 12 minutes over low heat.
  5. Season with salt and pepper, then stir in half the chopped coriander.
  6. Serve the soup hot, topped with the remaining coriander, with the rice.

Variations and tips

Prawn version. Replace the fish with peeled prawns, which cook in just 3 minutes.

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