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Moqueca de Corvina

Cultural Context

Originating from the coastal regions of Brazil, Moqueca de Corvina is a traditional fish stew that showcases the country's rich culinary heritage. The dish is known for its vibrant flavors, combining fresh fish with coconut milk and spices, reflecting the influence of indigenous and African cuisines. Moqueca is often served during family gatherings and festive occasions, and has gained popularity beyond Brazil, inspiring variations across Latin America and the Caribbean.

BrazilianBRmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 kg corvina fish
1 lime
olive oil
palm oil
1 tomato
1 bell pepper
1 onion
cilantro
parsley
colorau
black pepper
salt
200 ml coconut milk
tomato sauce

corvina fish

🥗Healthier: tilapia

💰Cheaper: cod

Tilapia is a more affordable and widely available fish.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is a healthier alternative with a similar cooking profile.

1

Cut 1 kg of corvina fish into thick pieces to prevent it from breaking apart during cooking.

2

Squeeze the juice of 1 lime over the fish and drizzle with olive oil and palm oil.

3

Place the fish in a pot.

4

Add 1 chopped tomato, 1 chopped bell pepper, and 1 finely chopped onion to the pot.

5

Add chopped cilantro and parsley to the pot.

6

Sprinkle colorau and black pepper to taste, along with some salt.

7

Gently shake the pot to distribute the seasonings.

8

Cover and cook for a few minutes until it starts to boil.

9

Add 2-3 tablespoons of tomato sauce to the pot without stirring the fish.

10

Pour in 200 ml of coconut milk and add a little palm oil on top.

11

Let it simmer for a few more minutes until cooked.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingmarinatingstewing

Equipment Needed

pot

Spice Level:

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Allergens

fishcoconut

Also Known As

Brazilian Fish StewMoqueca

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