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Scrod Mozambique

Cultural Context

Scrod Mozambique reflects the rich culinary heritage of Mozambique, where coastal influences blend with African and Portuguese flavors. Traditionally, this dish highlights the region's abundant seafood, often enjoyed during family gatherings or festive occasions. Today, Scrod Mozambique has gained popularity beyond its borders, celebrated for its vibrant flavors and creamy coconut sauce that tantalizes the palate.

MozambicanMZmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
5 large onions (mix of yellow and red)
2 sticks salted butter
4-5 pounds fresh cod loin
Goya seasoning (8 packets)
Frank's Red Hot sauce
minced garlic (3 tablespoons)
chicken broth (to taste)
concentrated lemon juice (about 1 cup)
Ritz crackers (4-6 fresh stacks)

scrod fillets

🥗Healthier: firm white fish

💰Cheaper: tilapia

Tilapia is often less expensive and widely available.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: heavy cream

Light coconut milk reduces calories while still providing creaminess.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is often cheaper and has a high smoke point.

cayenne pepper

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: red pepper flakes

Red pepper flakes provide heat at a lower cost.

1

Melt 2 sticks of salted butter in a large pan with high sides.

2

Add 5 large onions to the melted butter and cook until they sweat down and become buttery and mushy.

3

Add 3 tablespoons of minced garlic and cook for another 2-3 minutes.

4

Add 8 packets of Goya seasoning and stir until well mixed.

5

Pour in about 1 cup of concentrated lemon juice and mix well.

6

Add chicken broth as needed to achieve desired sauce consistency.

7

Place 4-5 pounds of fresh cod loin in the sauce and cover with the mixture.

8

Top with 4-6 stacks of Ritz crackers before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéinggrilling

Equipment Needed

large pan with high sidesspatulameasuring cupsknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Allergens

fishcoconut

Also Known As

Mozambique ScrodScrod à Mozambique

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