Brazilian Moqueca Fish Stew

Brazilian Moqueca Fish Stew

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Latin · 45 min · Fish · pescatarian, gluten-free, low-carb, high-protein

470 cal 34g protein 16g carbs 30g fat per serving · estimated

Ingredients

scaled from 4 servings
  • 3/4 lb firm white fish fillets (cod or halibut)
  • 1 (14 oz) can coconut milk
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 1 yellow bell pepper
  • 2 roma tomatoes
  • 1 yellow onion
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
  • 1 limes
  • 1 1/2 tbsp dende (palm) oil
  • 2 garlic cloves

Method (tap to check — screen stays awake)

  1. Season fish with lime juice, garlic, and salt; marinate 15 minutes.
  2. In a wide pot, layer sliced onion, peppers, and tomato with the dende oil.
  3. Lay the fish over the vegetables and pour in coconut milk.
  4. Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook 15 minutes until the fish flakes.
  5. Scatter cilantro over the top and simmer 2 minutes.
  6. Serve in bowls over white rice.

Nutrition figures are estimates. Verify allergens on every ingredient label before cooking.

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