Canh Chua Sour Fish Soup

Method

1. 01

   Step 1

   Heat oil in a pot and fry garlic for 30 seconds.

2. 02

   Step 2

   Add stock, tamarind, fish sauce and sugar and bring to a simmer.

3. 03

   Step 3

   Add pineapple and tomatoes and simmer 5 minutes.

4. 04

   Step 4

   Add fish and okra and simmer gently for 6–8 minutes until fish reaches 63°C and okra is tender.

5. 05

   Step 5

   Add bean sprouts for 1–2 minutes, then take off heat and add herbs. Taste for a balanced sour-sweet broth.