Stew Red Snapper with Boiled Bananas & Steamed Okra

red snapper

🥗Healthier: tilapia

💰Cheaper: catfish

Tilapia and catfish are more affordable and widely available alternatives.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces fat while evaporated milk offers a budget-friendly creamy option.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: serrano pepper

Jalapeños provide heat with less intensity, while serrano peppers are a cost-effective substitute.

okra

🥗Healthier: green beans

💰Cheaper: peas

Green beans and peas are nutritious alternatives that are more accessible.

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

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

Stir in thyme, diced tomato, and bay leaf; cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

Add red snapper fillets; cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until slightly browned.

Pour in coconut milk and lime juice; bring to a gentle simmer.

Reduce heat and cover; cook for 10-15 minutes until fish is cooked through.

Meanwhile, bring water to a boil in a separate pot; add peeled bananas and cook for 10-12 minutes until tender.

In another pot, steam okra for 5-7 minutes until bright green and tender.

Remove the fish stew from heat; season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Serve the stew with boiled bananas and steamed okra on the side.

Cooking Techniques

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