Low Sodium Classic Fish Broth
Transform your culinary creations with this *Low Sodium Classic Fish Broth*, a light and flavorful base perfect for soups, chowders, or sauces. Crafted from fish scraps like heads, tails, and bones, this nutrient-rich broth gains depth from aromatic vegetables, including celery, onion, and carrot, and fragrant herbs such as parsley, thyme, and bay leaves. A touch of lemon and crushed garlic infuses a bright, savory profile without relying on excess salt, making it ideal for heart-healthy meals or sodium-conscious diets. Simple to prepare with just 15 minutes of prep and 45 minutes of simmering, this versatile fish stock balances clean, natural flavors with wholesome ingredients. Perfect for crafting comforting seafood dishes, this broth stores well, providing you with a delicious base for quick homemade meals anytime.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Fish scraps (heads, tails, bones)
- 8 cups Water
- 1 large Onion, chopped
- 2 Celery stalks, chopped
- 1 large Carrot, chopped
- 2 Bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon Black peppercorns
- 2 Lemon slices
- 5 Parsley sprigs
- 3 Thyme sprigs
- 2 Garlic cloves, crushed
Instructions
Rinse the fish scraps thoroughly under cold water to remove any blood and impurities.
In a large stockpot, combine the fish scraps, water, chopped onion, celery, carrot, and bay leaves.
Add the black peppercorns, lemon slices, parsley, thyme, and crushed garlic cloves to the pot.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low.
Allow the broth to simmer uncovered for 45 minutes, skimming off any foam or impurities that rise to the surface.
After the simmering process, remove the pot from the heat and let it cool slightly.
Strain the broth through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a large bowl or another pot to remove the solids.
Discard the solids and allow the broth to cool completely if planning to store it.
For immediate use, season with additional spices or herbs as desired, keeping it low sodium.
Store in airtight containers and refrigerate for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
917 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.7 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 454 mg | 151% | |
| Sodium | 816 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.5 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.8 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.9 g | ||
| Protein | 151.8 g | 304% | |
| Vitamin D | 45.4 mcg | 227% | |
| Calcium | 2332 mg | 179% | |
| Iron | 20.7 mg | 115% | |
| Potassium | 3454 mg | 73% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
