🇻🇨St Vincent/Caribbean Stewed Fish

whole fish

🥗Healthier: filleted fish

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Canned fish is more affordable and has a longer shelf life.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Evaporated milk is less expensive and can mimic creaminess.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: red chili flakes

Jalapeños provide heat with more availability.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Vinegar can add acidity at a lower cost.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and bell pepper; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and thyme; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they break down, about 5-7 minutes.

Pour in coconut milk and bring to a simmer.

Add whole fish, scotch bonnet pepper, and lime juice; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes until fish is cooked through.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Garnish with chopped green onions and parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens