Halibut  Stew

DINNER

Moqueca is a flavorful Brazilian fish stew with coconut milk and cilantro. Taught to me by my Brazilian friend Fernanda, this chunky, creamy and filling seafood soup is ready in 30 minutes and will become a family favorite.

INGREDIENTS Halibut  Garlic cloves  Red onion  Red bell pepper  Celery stalks  Diced tomatoes Dende oil optional Peanut oil  Paprika Salt and pepper Coconut milk Scallions  Cilantro  Lime wedges

STEP 1

In a pot, sauté onion, celery, bell pepper and cook until softened.

STEP 2

Add tomatoes, dende oil or paprika oil, salt and pepper. Simmer 5 minutes.

STEP 3

Remove half the vegetables from the pot. Add the fish on top of the veggies in the pot. Cover with remaining vegetables.

STEP 4

Reduce the heat and pour the coconut milk over the top, adding the creaminess to this coconut milk and seafood stock. Cook for 15 minutes.

STEP 5

Top with diced scallions and cilantro. Season with lime juice. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve moqueca immediately

Swipe Up For Full Recipe

Find More Tasty Recipes