Brazilian Moqueca Fish Stew with Coconut Milk

Name: Brazilian Moqueca Fish Stew with Coconut Milk
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 700 g White fish fillets (e.g., cod, tilapia); 1 large Large red onion; 2 medium Medium tomatoes; 1 medium Medium green bell pepper; 1 medium Medium red bell pepper; 4 cloves Garlic; 400 ml Full-fat coconut milk; 3 tbsp Dendê oil (palm oil); 0.5 bunch Fresh cilantro; 1 medium Lime; null to taste Salt; null to taste Freshly ground black pepper

Difficulty

easy

Time

55m

Price Category

average

Calories

Medium

Moqueca is a vibrant and flavorful Brazilian fish stew that combines the freshness of seafood with the creaminess of coconut milk and the unique taste of dendê oil. This traditional dish originates from the state of Bahia and is a perfect choice if you're craving something exotic yet easy to prepare. The colorful vegetables and tender fish fillets create a harmonious flavor profile that is guaranteed to enchant your taste buds. Prepare this sunny dish and bring the flavors of Brazil into your home!

Steps

Preparation

Cut the fish fillets into 3-4 cm pieces, season with salt and pepper, then drizzle with half of the lime juice. Set aside. Slice the onion, tomatoes, and bell peppers thinly, and mince the garlic.

Layering

In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or clay pot (if available), spread 1 tbsp of dendê oil. Layer with some of the onion, tomatoes, and bell peppers. Place half of the fish pieces on top, then repeat with another layer of vegetables. Add the remaining fish, then cover with the rest of the vegetables and minced garlic.

Cooking

Pour in the coconut milk and the remaining 2 tbsp of dendê oil. Cover the pot and cook over medium heat for 20-25 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and the vegetables are tender. Avoid stirring too much to keep the fish pieces intact.

Finish and Serve

Remove from heat, stir in half of the freshly chopped cilantro, and drizzle with the remaining lime juice. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately, garnished with rice and the remaining fresh cilantro.

	Per 100g	Per Serving 300g
Calories	280 kcal	840 kcal
Protein	25g	75g
Fat	18g	54g
Carbohydrate	8g	24g
Fiber	2g	6g
Sugar	4g	12g

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Brazilian Moqueca Fish Stew with Coconut Milk

Difficulty

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Price Category

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ingredients

Steps

Preparation

Layering

Cooking

Finish and Serve

Extra Tips

► Moqueca tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld, so consider making a larger batch.

► If you can't find dendê oil, you can substitute it with olive oil and a pinch of smoked paprika for color and extra flavor.

► Serve with rice and farofa (toasted cassava flour) for a complete Brazilian experience.

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