Longevity Healing Fish Soup

Written By Karen Jee

A restorative fish soup that blends the wisdom of Eastern food medicine with nourishing whole foods.

Fresh ginger and garlic stimulate circulation and strengthen immunity, while goji berries support vitality and eye health.

Light yet deeply comforting, this soup soothes fatigue, boosts energy, and helps restore balance — all in just 20 minutes.

Pair it with your favorite carb, such as rice or noodles, for a complete, satisfying meal.

Ingredients

  • 1–2" piece fresh ginger, cut into thin matchsticks

  • 3–4 cloves garlic, sliced

  • ⅓ cup goji berries

  • ¼ cup mirin

  • 1 lb fish fillet (salmon or sea bass), cut into rough chunks

  • 1 bok choy, cut into ½" pieces

  • Small handful wakame seaweed

To serve

  • 1 green onion per person, thinly sliced

  • Soy sauce (to taste)

  • Extra minced garlic and ginger (optional)

  • Lemon zest (optional)

Instructions

  1. Bring 6 cups of water to a boil. Add goji berries, ginger, and garlic. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.

  2. Add bok choy, fish, and mirin. Simmer for another 10 minutes.

  3. Stir in wakame, then add green onions and soy sauce. Turn off the heat.

  4. Serve hot, topping with lemon zest or extra garlic and ginger if desired.

Karen Jee