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Brazilian Fish Stew

Delicious Brazilian Fish Stew: A Flavorful One-Pot Wonder

This Brazilian Fish Stew, known as moqueca, is a vibrant and flavorful dish combining tender fish, spices, and coconut milk.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Brazilian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Broth
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 large Yellow Onion chopped
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper sliced
  • 1 medium Orange Bell Pepper sliced
  • 2 large Fresh Tomatoes chopped
  • 1 medium Lime juiced and zested
  • 1 can Full-Fat Coconut Milk
  • 2 cups Seafood Stock
For the Seasoning
  • 1 to taste Kosher Salt
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Dendê Oil Red Palm Oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper optional
For the Protein
  • 1 pound Cod or Halibut Fillets

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Mince garlic and chop the yellow onion, set aside.
  2. Slice the red and orange bell peppers into thin strips.
  3. Core and dice the fresh tomatoes into chunky pieces.
  4. Juice one lime and zest another lime.
  5. Pat dry the cod or halibut fillets and season with kosher salt.
  6. Heat olive oil and dendê oil in a pot over medium-high heat.
  7. Sauté garlic and onion for about 3 minutes until soft.
  8. Cook the sliced bell peppers for an additional 3 minutes.
  9. Add chopped tomatoes and let juices evaporate for about 3 minutes.
  10. Pour in coconut milk and seafood stock, add lime zest and juice, and bring to a simmer.
  11. Submerge seasoned fish fillets into the simmering broth, cover, and cook for about 5 minutes.
  12. Stir in half of the chopped cilantro and adjust seasoning as needed.
  13. Serve the stew over steamed white rice, garnished with remaining cilantro and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Pat the fish dry to ensure a perfect sear. Adjust heat level with cayenne pepper as desired. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.

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