Sour and Spicy Fish Soup

Sour and Spicy Fish Soup is a vibrant and aromatic dish originating from Sichuan cuisine in China, known for its signature balance of tangy and fiery flavors. The soup typically features tender fish fillets, pickled vegetables like mustard greens, and a generous amount of Sichuan peppercorns and chili peppers, all simmered in a flavorful broth.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This soup is generally high in protein from the fish while being relatively low in carbohydrates and moderate in fat, depending on the oil used. It provides key nutrients such as omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin B12, and iron, with a rough calorie range of 250-350 per serving.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	120 kcal
Protein	15 g
Carbs	8 g
Fat	4 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	850 mg
Potassium	400 mg
Phosphorus	200 mg
Vitamin B12	2.5 mcg
Niacin (B3)	4 mg
Selenium	25 mcg
Vitamin C	10 mg
Magnesium	30 mg
Iron	1.5 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, the dish exemplifies the Sichuan culinary principle of 'málà' (numbing and spicy), where the tingling sensation from Sichuan peppercorns uniquely complements the sourness from pickles. Nutritionally, the fermentation in the pickled ingredients adds probiotics, which can aid digestion, making it both flavorful and gut-friendly.