Ingredients:
(Serves 4)
For the Fish
- 700g (1.5 lbs) Regal Springs Tilapia Fajita Fish Strips
- Olive oil (for drizzling)
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
For the Soup
- 300g (10 oz) rice noodles
- 1.5 liters (6 cups) chicken or fish stock
- 1 tablespoon Thai or Korean-style curry paste
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- A splash of dark soy sauce
- 1 cup carrots, thinly sliced into discs
- 1 cup broccoli, cut into small florets
- ½ cup bean sprouts
- ½ cup mange tout (or green beans), shredded
- ½ cup sweetcorn
For Garnish
- ¼ cup red radish, thinly sliced
- Fresh red chili, thinly sliced
- A handful of fresh coriander (cilantro) leaves
Method:
Prepare the Fish
- Place the tilapia strips in a large bowl.
- Drizzle generously with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.
- Sear in a non-stick pan over medium heat until lightly browned on all sides.
- Cook until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Set aside.
Make the Soup
- In a large saucepan, bring the stock to a gentle boil.
- Stir in the curry paste, fish sauce, and soy sauce.
- Reduce the heat and simmer gently.
- Add the carrots and broccoli; simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add the bean sprouts, sweetcorn, mange tout, and rice noodles. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and set aside.
Assemble and Serve
- Divide the vegetables and noodles evenly among 4 large bowls.
- Top each portion with seared tilapia strips.
- Gently ladle hot soup over the fish and vegetables.
- Garnish with red radish, chili, and coriander.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.