This authentic Brazilian Fish Stew with Coconut Milk is a flavorful and satisfying dish that combines the freshness of seafood with the rich and creamy taste of coconut. Made with a variety of fish, shrimp, vegetables, and traditional Brazilian spices, this stew is a true taste of Brazil. It is perfect for a cozy dinner on a cold evening or for impressing guests at a dinner party. Give your taste buds a trip to Brazil with this delicious and easy-to-make recipe.
Ingredients
- 1 lb white fish fillets, cut into chunks
- 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 bell peppers, sliced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon coriander
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
Directions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the onion and garlic and sauté until softened.
- Add the bell peppers and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Stir in the paprika, cumin, coriander, and oregano.
- Add the diced tomatoes and tomato paste, mix well.
- Pour in the coconut milk and stir until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the fish chunks and shrimp to the pot.
- Cover and cook for another 10 minutes or until the fish and shrimp are cooked through.
- Stir in the lime juice.
- Serve the Brazilian Fish Stew hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
- Enjoy!