MOQUECA (BRAZILIAN FISH STEW)

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This is a traditional Bahian recipe from Northeastern Brazil. Serve with white rice.

Provided by Prancer

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Seafood

Time 1h32m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 pounds sea bass fillets, cut into large pieces
1 lime, juiced
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons palm oil
3 large tomatoes, diced
1 large onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 bunch cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 cups coconut milk
1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined

Steps:

  • Combine sea bass fillets, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  • Heat palm oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add tomatoes, onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, cilantro, green onions, parsley, and garlic; cook and stir until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add marinated sea bass and coconut milk. Reduce heat to low; cook for 12 minutes. Add shrimp. Continue cooking until sea bass flakes easily with a fork and shrimp is opaque, about 3 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 382.7 calories, Carbohydrate 9.4 g, Cholesterol 133.3 mg, Fat 24.5 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 33.3 g, SaturatedFat 18.5 g, Sodium 216 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

MD Ridoy Rr
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This dish was a disaster. The fish was overcooked and the sauce was watery. I won't be making this recipe again.


NeFF7X
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I added some extra spices and herbs to give it more flavor.


hafsa fatima
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This recipe is a bit spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. The fish was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful.


Misha Correia
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The coconut milk and lime give it a unique twist that I really enjoy.


Larry Jones
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I've never had Brazilian food before, but this dish was a great introduction. The flavors are amazing and the fish is cooked to perfection.


Dani kharal
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Kankri
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I'm not a huge fan of fish, but I really enjoyed this dish. The sauce is so flavorful and the fish is cooked perfectly.


Kusum Xetri
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth the effort. The end result is a delicious and authentic Brazilian fish stew.


Randja Aa
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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this dish. The fish was tender and flaky, and the sauce was flavorful without being too heavy.


Iesha Redwood
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This is one of my favorite fish stews. The coconut milk and lime give it a unique flavor that I love.


Charmaine Galloway
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out delicious.


Rsp Rasel
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The flavors in this dish are incredible. The fish is cooked perfectly and the sauce is rich and flavorful.


Aidan Boyce
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This dish was so easy to make and it tasted like it came from a restaurant. I will definitely be making this again.


Aamir Zoomer
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of fish, coconut milk, and herbs is simply irresistible.


Flexy Chidorsty
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This recipe is a keeper! The fish was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and delicious. I served it with rice and black beans, and it was a hit with my family.