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Moqueca de Peixe

Cultural Context

Originating from the coastal regions of Brazil, Moqueca de Peixe is a traditional fish stew that celebrates the rich flavors of the sea and local ingredients. This dish is often prepared in family gatherings and festive occasions, showcasing the blend of indigenous, African, and Portuguese culinary influences. Today, variations exist across Brazil, with each region adding its unique twist, making it a beloved dish both locally and internationally.

BrazilianBRmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb monkfish
3 tablespoons lime juice
1 medium onion
1 cup green bell pepper, chopped
1 cup yellow bell pepper, chopped
1 cup red bell pepper, chopped
2 large beefsteak tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
1/4 cup palm oil

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

palm oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers a healthier fat option.

white fish

🥗Healthier: firm tofu

💰Cheaper: tilapia

Firm tofu provides a plant-based protein alternative.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried cilantro

Parsley can be used for a milder flavor.

1

Regar as costas de tamboril com sumo de limão e deixar repousar por 20 minutos.

2

Laminas uma cebola e reservar.

3

Laminas meio pimento verde, meio pimento amarelo e meio pimento vermelho e reservar.

4

Cortar dois tomates coração de boi em cubos e reservar.

5

Dispor as costas de tamboril na taça com a cebola laminada e a mistura de pimentos.

6

Preparar um molho com coentros, temperar com sal e pimenta e juntar ao peixe e vegetais.

7

Adicionar o leite de coco e mexer delicadamente, deixando cozinhar por 10 minutos.

8

Após 10 minutos, juntar os tomates em cubos e duas colheres de sopa de óleo de palma, mexer delicadamente.

9

Deixar cozinhar por mais 10 minutos.

10

Retirar do fogo e decorar com coentros picados.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingsautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

large potcutting boardknifespatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fishcoconut

Also Known As

Brazilian Fish StewMoqueca

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