Moqueca Baiana (Brazilian Fish Stew)

🛒 Ingredients

• White fish fillet 150 g · 150 kcal
• Shrimp (peeled and deveined) 100 g · 85 kcal
• Coconut milk (full-fat) 100 g · 180 kcal
• Dendê oil (palm oil) 15 g · 130 kcal
• Onion 50 g · 20 kcal
• Red bell pepper 50 g · 15 kcal
• Green bell pepper 50 g · 15 kcal
• Tomatoes 100 g · 18 kcal
• Garlic 5 g · 7 kcal
• Fresh cilantro 5 g · 1 kcal
• Lime juice 10 g · 3 kcal

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Season fish and shrimp generously with salt, black pepper, and lime juice; set aside to marinate for at least 15 minutes.
2. In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or a traditional clay pot, add a layer of sliced onions, followed by garlic, red and green bell peppers, and sliced tomatoes.
3. Place the marinated fish and shrimp over the vegetables, then add another layer of remaining vegetables and fresh cilantro.
4. Pour coconut milk evenly over all ingredients, then drizzle with dendê oil.
5. Cover the pot and cook over medium heat for 25-30 minutes, or until fish and shrimp are cooked through and vegetables are tender.
6. Serve hot, garnished with extra fresh cilantro, typically with white rice and farofa.