Budget mackerel soup: how to prepare the first dish properly

It turns out that mackerel can not only be deliciously pickled or baked but also made into an incredibly tasty soup. This first course will certainly surprise you with its unusual flavor, and if you prepare the fish properly and combine the ingredients, you can even eat mackerel soup with kids.

The recipe for mackerel soup was published on the children's menu and nutrition blog (moireceptuforeva) on Instagram.

Ingredients:

• water - 1 liter
• potatoes - 1 pc.
• red lentils - 2 tbsp.
• onion - 1/2 pcs.

• white cabbage - 1 small piece
• mackerel - 1/2 pcs.
• tomato paste - 1 tbsp.
• salt, bay leaves, allspice

Method of preparation:

1. Chop the potatoes and onions.

2. Cover the chopped vegetables and lentils with water and put on the fire. Cook until the potatoes are tender.

3. Meanwhile, separate the fish from the bones and chop it.

4. Cut cabbage into strips.

5. Grate the carrots.

6. Add the fish, cabbage, carrots and tomato paste to the broth. Stir and cook for 10 minutes.

7. Add salt and spices. Let it brew for another 10 minutes.