Brazilian Fish Stew | Moqueca | Video
Traditional Brazilian fish stew with all the goodness and flavors of fish, shrimp, veggies and coconut milk. Healthy as well as super delicious!
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Ingredients
Marinate:
- 1 kg fish fillets cut into large cubes
- 5 large shrimp prawns, deveined and shells removed
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic garlic paste
- 3 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt and pepper to season
Brazilian fish stew:
- 3 tablespoon oil palm oil preferred
- 1 large onion sliced
- 2 garlic cloves sliced
- 1 green chili sliced
- 1 small bell pepper capsicum, sliced
- 2 medium tomatoes sliced
- 1 teaspoon dried chili flakes
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 250 ml fish stock
- ¾ cup coconut milk
- Chopped coriander cilantro leaves to garnish
Instructions
- Place fish, shrimp, minced garlic and lime juice in a large bowl. Coat fish and shrimp with the marinade. Season with salt and pepper. Cover, and marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. Set aside.
- Meanwhile, heat oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add onions, garlic and green chili. Saute for 2-3 minutes or until the onions turn soft and translucent. Add bell peppers (capsicums), onions, tomatoes in layers. Sprinkle with dried chili flakes. Add paprika. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add fish and shrimp in a single layer. Pour in fish sauce and coconut milk. Do not stir. Bring to the boil. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Garnish with coriander (cilantro) leaves.
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Notes
- Traditionally, palm oil is used in this recipe
- You can also add your favorite seafood like squid or mussels
- Use light coconut milk for a healthier version
- You can also add your favorite seafood like squid or mussels
- Use light coconut milk for a healthier version
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 465kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 50g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 184mg | Sodium: 382mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g