Caldeirada à Pescador - Portuguese Fish Stew

white wine

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + vinegar

Vegetable broth adds flavor without alcohol.

fresh fish

🥗Healthier: firm tofu

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Tofu provides protein while being more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive.

bay leaves

🥗Healthier: dried thyme

💰Cheaper: oregano

Dried thyme offers a similar aromatic profile.

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

Add chopped onions and garlic; sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in diced tomatoes and bell peppers; cook for another 5 minutes.

Pour in white wine and bring to a simmer for 2-3 minutes.

Add sliced potatoes, bay leaves, paprika, and enough water to cover.

Season with salt and black pepper; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender.

Layer the fish on top of the potatoes; cover and cook for an additional 10 minutes until fish is cooked through.

Garnish with chopped parsley and lemon juice before serving.

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