Name: Classic Fish and Potato Soup: A Saffron-Kissed Taste of Spain
Prep time: 00:15:00
Cook time: 00:35:00
Total time: 00:50:00
Yield: 4 serving
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Spanish
Ingredients: 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 1 medium onion-finely diced; 4 cloves garlic-minced; 2 medium tomatoes-diced; 1/2 tsp smoked Spanish paprika (pimentón); 1/4 tsp Golden Saffron threads; 4 cups fish stock; 2 medium potatoes-peeled and sliced; 1 lb white fish (cod-hake- etc.); Fresh parsley-chopped; Salt and pepper to taste; Lemon wedges for serving

Golden Saffron Team
2025-12-07
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Catergory: main-dish

Preparation: 00:15:00

Cooking: 00:35:00

Total: 00:50:00

Origin: Mediterranean, Spanish

Calories: 300

Ingredients

2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 medium onion-finely diced
4 cloves garlic-minced
2 medium tomatoes-diced
1/2 tsp smoked Spanish paprika (pimentón)
1/4 tsp Golden Saffron threads
4 cups fish stock
2 medium potatoes-peeled and sliced
1 lb white fish (cod-hake- etc.)
Fresh parsley-chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
Lemon wedges for serving

Classic Fish and Potato Soup: A Saffron-Kissed Taste of Spain

Catergory: main-dish

Preparation: 00:15:00

Cooking: 00:35:00

Total: 00:50:00

Origin: Mediterranean, Spanish

Calories: 300

Saffron-Kissed Spanish Fish & Potato Soup Recipe

If you’re craving a cozy, soul-warming dish that’s both rustic and elegant, look no further! This Spanish Fish and Potato Soup is the kind of recipe that makes you feel like you’re sitting in a seaside café in Spain, spoon in hand, savoring every bite.

The secret? A little love, a little patience, and just a pinch of golden saffron to make it truly unforgettable. Don’t worry—you don’t need to be a professional chef to pull this off. This recipe is as approachable as it is delicious!

The magic of this soup comes from saffron’s subtle flavor and golden hue—and if you’ve ever wondered What Is Saffron, you’ll love discovering its story.

Let’s Cook Together

This recipe is simple, fun, and full of flavor—let’s make it together!

Step 1: Build the Flavor Base

Grab your favorite soup pot and warm it up over medium heat. Add a nice drizzle of good olive oil (trust me, the better the oil, the better the flavor!).

Step 2: The Aromatics

Toss in finely diced onion—chopped small so it melts into the broth—and minced garlic. Let them sizzle until soft and fragrant.

Step 3: Tomatoes Join the Party

Add in your chopped tomatoes. They’ll bring a gentle sweetness and body to your soup.

Step 4: Spice & Saffron Magic

Once your veggies are softened, stir in a pinch of smoky Spanish pimentón (paprika). Then, the star of the show: saffron threads. They’ll add that signature golden color and a delicate floral flavor that takes this soup from tasty to unforgettable.

Step 5: Broth & Potatoes

Pour in your fish stock (or a good broth). Stir to bring everything together, then slip in sliced potatoes. These will soak up all the wonderful flavors while cooking to tender perfection.

Step 6: Fish Time

Lay in your pieces of fish. Simmer gently—don’t rush this part! You’ll know it’s ready when the fish flakes easily with a fork.

Step 7: The Finishing Touches

Sprinkle in fresh parsley, adjust with sea salt and black pepper, and if you want, add just a little more saffron for an extra burst of flavor.

Step 8: Serve & Enjoy

Ladle the soup into bowls, squeeze over a touch of fresh lemon juice, and garnish with more parsley. Simple, beautiful, and absolutely delicious.

Potatoes are truly the backbone of Spanish comfort food—if this soup speaks to you, you’ll definitely want to try Spanish Boiled Potatoes.

Final Note

This isn’t just a soup—it’s a warm hug in a bowl, perfect for a quick weeknight meal or for impressing guests at your next dinner.

And if you want to experience the same depth of flavor we used here, you can grab the very saffron threads that make this dish shine at our Golden Saffron Shop.

Happy cooking, and buen provecho!