The Most Beautiful Seafood Stew | Brazilian Moqueca with Yewande Komolafe | NYT Cooking

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu is a plant-based protein, while canned tuna is often more affordable than fresh fish.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories, while evaporated milk is a budget-friendly substitute.

Cut halibut and large prawns into about 1-inch pieces.

Marinate seafood with lime juice and set aside.

Heat red palm oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Add garlic, tomatoes, bell peppers, and chili to the pot and cook for about 4 minutes until softened.

Add coconut milk and simmer for about 10 minutes until thickened.

Add prawns first and cook for about 2 minutes on each side.

Add halibut pieces and cook for about 2-3 minutes until firm.

Finish with chopped cilantro and serve.

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