Brazilian stew
A delicious traditional Brazilian stew with a rich, flavorful broth packed with fresh ingredients and aromatic spices.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds white fish fillet
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 0.5 cup chopped onion
- 0.5 cup red bell pepper sliced
- 0.75 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 14 ounces coconut milk full fat
- 14 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup fish broth or chicken or vegetable broth
- 1.5 tablespoons lime juice extra, for serving
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro plus more for garnish
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Combine the fish, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 15 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and onion; cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Add red bell pepper, cumin, paprika, sugar, and cayenne. Cook for 2 minutes.
- Pour in coconut milk, crushed tomatoes, and broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes until thickened.
- Add the marinated fish to the broth. Simmer for 5 minutes or until fish is cooked through.
- Stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro. Garnish with additional cilantro and serve hot.
Notes
This Brazilian stew is perfect for a hearty family dinner or special gathering.