Moqueca de Peixe

Ingredients & Substitutes

Instructions

1. 1

   Marinate 600 grams of white fish fillets with 2 tablespoons of lime juice, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper for at least 15 minutes.

2. 2

   Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, then sauté 1 medium chopped onion and 3 minced garlic cloves until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

3. 3

   Add 1 large sliced red bell pepper and 1 large sliced green bell pepper to the pot, cooking for 5 minutes until they begin to soften.

4. 4

   Stir in 2 medium chopped tomatoes and continue to cook for another 5-7 minutes, allowing the tomatoes to break down slightly.

5. 5

   Gently place the marinated fish fillets on top of the vegetables in the pot, then pour in 400 ml of coconut milk and 2 tablespoons of dendê oil.

6. 6

   Bring the stew to a gentle simmer, cover the pot, and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish is flaky and cooked through.

7. 7

   Sprinkle 0.25 cup of fresh chopped cilantro over the moqueca before serving immediately.