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Moqueca (Brazilian Fish Stew)

Moqueca (Brazilian Fish Stew)

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Dine Kitchen
40 min🔥 recipes_difficulty_intermediate#maincourse#dinner

Moqueca is a traditional Brazilian fish stew, rich in flavors from coconut milk, tomatoes, and spices. This dish hails from the coastal regions of Brazil and is perfect for a comforting meal.

🛒 Ingredients

🐟 Seafood

White fish fillets600 g

🍴 Other

Coconut milk400 ml

🥦 Vegetables

Bell pepper1 unit
Tomatoes2 unit
Onion1 unit
Cilantro1 handful

🌶️ Spices & Herbs

Garlic3 clove
Saltto taste
Black pepperto taste

🫒 Oils & Fats

Olive oil2 tablespoon

🍋 Fruits

Lime1 unit

📋 Instructions

1

Chop the onion, bell pepper, and tomatoes into small pieces.

2

Mince the garlic cloves.

3

Chop the cilantro and set aside.

4

Juice the lime.

5

Rinse the fish fillets and pat dry.

6

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

7

Add the chopped onion and garlic; sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

8

Add the bell pepper and tomatoes; cook for another 5 minutes until softened.

9

Pour in the coconut milk and bring to a simmer.

10

Add the fish fillets to the pot and season with salt, black pepper, and lime juice.

11

Cover and cook for about 10-15 minutes until the fish is cooked through.

12

Stir in the chopped cilantro just before serving.

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