Moqueca: Indulge in This Flavorful Brazilian Fish Stew Recipe
A delicious and aromatic Brazilian fish stew made with coconut milk and vibrant spices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Brazilian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds white fish fillets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 can coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add onions and garlic, sauté until soft.
- Stir in bell peppers and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Add the coconut milk, lime juice, and diced tomatoes.
- Season with paprika, cumin, and cayenne pepper.
- Gently add fish fillets and simmer for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
- Top with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Serve with rice for a complete meal.
- Adjust spices according to your heat preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Moqueca, Brazilian Fish Stew, Fish Recipe, Coconut Milk, Brazilian Cuisine