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Ecuadorian Food: Pescado Encocado Recipe - Ecuadorian Stew

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Pescado Encocado

Cultural Context

Originating from the coastal regions of Ecuador, Pescado Encocado is a beloved dish that showcases the country's rich seafood heritage. Traditionally enjoyed during family gatherings and festive occasions, it highlights the use of coconut milk, a staple in coastal cuisine. Today, variations of this dish can be found in many Latin American countries, celebrating the fusion of flavors and ingredients unique to each region.

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4 servings
Servings4
1 cod or firm fleshed white fish cut into bite sized pieces
2 coconuts chopped with a machete
2 plantains chopped
1 red onion diced
1 tomato diced
4 cloves garlic diced
1 pepper diced
1/2 cup water
1

Blend coconut meat and coconut water and 1/2 cup of water to make coconut milk.

2

Strain coconut milk.

3

Add to pot along with fish and simmer 10 minutes.

4

Boil chopped plantains until tender, about 10 minutes.

5

Saute red onion, tomato, garlic, and pepper for 5 minutes.

6

Blend sauteed vegetables, half the plantains and half the coconut milk mixture with simmering fish.

7

Add back to pot with fish and warm through.

8

Serve with a generous portion of rice and the remaining plantains.

Equipment Needed

machete

Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fishcoconut

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