canh chua – vietnamese sour fish soup

Canh Chua is a Southern Vietnamese sour fish soup made with snakehead fish, tamarind, pineapple, tomatoes, okra, taro stems, bean sprouts, and fresh herbs. The light broth balances tangy tamarind, natural pineapple sweetness, savory fish sauce, and the distinctive aromas of rice paddy herb and culantro. Serve this one-pot soup family-style with steamed rice and savory Vietnamese dishes such as braised fish, caramelized shrimp, or braised pork.