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Fisherman's Soup — traditional dish from Aegean Islands, Greece
Soup Fish & Seafood

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Nutritional Values

🔥280kcal
💪30gProtein
🌾16gCarbs
🥑10gFat
🌿2gFibre
⚖️300 gServing

* Per serving · 300 g. May vary.

Allergens

🐟 Fish 🦐 Shellfish

Fisherman's Soup

How to order / say it
Say it Κακαβιά — [ka-ka-VEE-a]
Order I'd like the kakavia, please.
Locally Θα ήθελα την κακαβιά, παρακαλώ.
Say locally

A traditional fish soup made with fresh catch and vegetables.

Why try it?

Kakavia is deeply rooted in the Aegean fishing tradition, embodying the resourceful and humble spirit of Greek fishermen. It's a taste of history and the sea.

How it tastes

The broth is a masterful blend of sea flavors, with a fragrant aroma from herbs and onions; it's hearty yet light, capturing the essence of the Mykonos waters.

Origin & History — first documented: 100

Kakavia is considered one of the oldest fish soups, traditionally made by Greek fishermen using the leftovers of their catch. It dates back to ancient times when the sea was an everyday part of life.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🐟 400 g fish fillets
  • 🦐 200 g shrimp
  • 🥕 150 g potatoes
  • 🧄 100 g onion
  • 🫒 50 ml olive oil
  • 🍋 30 ml lemon juice

Method

  1. 1 Sauté onions in olive oil until translucent.
  2. 2 Add cubed potatoes and fish stock, simmer until potatoes are tender.
  3. 3 Add fish, shrimp, and lemon juice to the pot.
  4. 4 Simmer until fish is cooked through, about 10 minutes, then serve.

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