Description
Indulge in a comforting bowl of Brazilian Fish Stew featuring fresh fish, creamy coconut milk, and vibrant cherry tomatoes. This delightful dish bursts with tropical flavors and is as easy to prepare as it is impressive. Perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings, each spoonful transports you to the sun-drenched beaches of Brazil. Enjoy this stew served hot, alongside crusty bread or fluffy rice, making it a feast for both the eyes and palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh white fish (cod or halibut)
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until soft and golden (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and red pepper flakes; cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Add cherry tomatoes and coconut milk; bring to a gentle simmer for 10 minutes until tomatoes soften.
- Gently place the fish fillets into the stew, ensuring they are submerged. Cook for 8-10 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove from heat and stir in lime juice and cilantro just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg