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Quick Weeknight Moqueca (Brazilian Fish Stew)
30 minutesEasyServes 4
4.3

Quick Weeknight Moqueca (Brazilian Fish Stew)

A vibrant and creamy Bahian-style fish stew that comes together in under 30 minutes. This kid-friendly version uses coconut milk, mild peppers, and fresh lime for a rich flavor without the spice, making it a perfect one-pot family meal.

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4.3
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Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs White fish fillets (Cod, Halibut, or Tilapia), cut into 2-inch chunks
  • 2 Limes, juiced
  • 3 Garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil or Red Palm Oil (Dendê)
  • 1 medium Onion, chopped
  • 2 Bell peppers (red and yellow), sliced into rings or strips
  • 2 large Tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) Coconut milk (full fat)
  • 1/2 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black pepper

Instructions

  1. 1Place the fish chunks in a bowl and season with half of the lime juice, half of the minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Let it sit while you chop the vegetables.
  2. 2In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onions and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. 3Add the remaining garlic, bell peppers, and tomatoes to the pan. Sauté for another 3 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
  4. 4Nestle the seasoned fish pieces into the vegetable mixture. Pour the coconut milk over everything.
  5. 5Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cover the pan and let it cook for about 10-15 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  6. 6Stir in the remaining lime juice and fresh cilantro just before serving. Taste and adjust salt if needed.
  7. 7Serve hot over steamed white rice.

Recipe Context

This recipe was created with the following context in mind:

Wednesday
dinner
fall
intermediate