This fish stew, called moqueca, is a very typical, traditional Brazilian dish that originated in the Northeast. The palm oil gives it its distinctive flavor. Serve hot with white rice or coconut rice.
Ingredients
- 4 (4 ounce) fillets sea bass
- 4 tablespoons lime juice
- 3 cloves garlic, crushed
- salt to taste
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons grated onion
- 3 tablespoons palm oil
- 1 large onion, cut into rings
- 1 ½ cups water
- ½ (14 ounce) can coconut milk
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 2 tomatoes, seeded and sliced
- 1 bunch chopped fresh cilantro
- ½ bunch green onions, chopped
Directions
Step 1
Rinse sea bass under running cold water; pat dry. Place in a shallow dish and season with lime juice, garlic, and salt. Marinate for 30 minutes.
Step 2
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add grated onion and cook for a few seconds. Add fish and marinade to the skillet and cook for 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in palm oil and onion rings, followed by water and coconut milk. Simmer for 15 minutes. Add green bell pepper, red bell pepper, tomatoes, cilantro, and green onions; cover and cook until vegetables are soft and flavors are well combined, about 5 minutes.
Cook’s Note:
You can also use grouper instead of sea bass.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
Calories 454 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat34g | 43% |
Saturated Fat16g | 82% |
Cholesterol47mg | 16% |
Sodium144mg | 6% |
Total Carbohydrate16g | 6% |
Dietary Fiber5g | 16% |
Total Sugars7g | |
Protein25g | |
Vitamin C90mg | 448% |
Calcium82mg | 6% |
Iron3mg | 18% |
Potassium934mg | 20% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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