Ensopado de Peixe (Portuguese Fish Stew)

🛒 Ingredients

• Cod fillets 500 g · 410 kcal
• Potatoes 400 g · 308 kcal
• Onions 200 g · 80 kcal
• Garlic 15 g · 23 kcal
• Red bell pepper 150 g · 47 kcal
• Tomatoes 300 g · 54 kcal
• Extra virgin olive oil 41 g · 363 kcal
• Fresh cilantro 15 g · 3 kcal
• Dry white wine 100 g · 82 kcal
• Fish broth or water 300 g · 0 kcal

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Cut the cod fillets into large chunks, season generously with salt and pepper, then set aside.
2. In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Add the minced garlic and sliced red bell pepper to the pot; cook for another 5 minutes until slightly tender. Stir in the diced tomatoes and cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking them down slightly.
4. Arrange half of the sliced potatoes evenly over the tomato mixture. Place the seasoned fish chunks on top of the potatoes, then cover with the remaining potato slices.
5. Pour in the dry white wine (if using) and then the fish broth or water, ensuring most ingredients are submerged. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until potatoes are tender and fish is cooked through.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Stir in fresh chopped cilantro just before serving. Serve hot, directly from the pot.