Fish Pepper Soup

Ingredients

• 2 lbs catfish
• 1 habanero pepper (chopped)
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tbsp bouillon powder
• 1 tbsp pepper soup spice
• 1 tsp crayfish (substitute with 1 tbsp fish sauce or coconut aminos)
• 1/2 cup basil leaf (loosely chopped)
• 1 lime/lemon (to clean the fish)
• 2 tsp salt (or to taste)
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Boil some water. Then, gut and clean out the inner parts of the catfish, using lime or lemon to scrub the skin and insides as well.

2. 2

   Cut the fish into medium-sized pieces.

3. 3

   Pour the hot water over the fish and leave for about 30 seconds.

4. 4

   Drain out the hot water, rinse under the tap and place in a pot.

5. 5

   Add about 6 cups of water or until the fish is completely submerged.

6. 6

   Add the spices and chopped habanero pepper, and bring to a boil.

7. 7

   Only add the cayenne pepper if you want it spicier.

8. 8

   Let simmer for 20 minutes on medium heat.

9. 9

   Taste and adjust the salt if needed.

10. 10

    Add the chopped basil leaves and simmer for 5 more minutes.

11. 11

    Serve and enjoy!