Name: Savor 5-Star Brazilian Fish Stew for Dinner
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Brazilian
Ingredients: 500 g white fish fillets (Use snapper or tilapia for best flavor.); 2 tablespoons olive oil (Ideal for sautéing.); 1 onion, chopped (Yellow onions work wonderfully.); 4 cloves garlic, minced (Fresh garlic is key for depth.); 2 red bell peppers, sliced (Swap for green bell peppers if desired.); 2 tomatoes, chopped (Contribute acidity to balance richness.); 1 tablespoon tomato paste (Enhances and intensifies tomato flavor.); 1 cup coconut milk (Essential for a creamy base.); 1 cup fish stock or water (Stock enhances seafood flavors.); 1 lime, juiced (Can substitute with lemon juice.); 2 tablespoons palm oil (Optional for authentic flavor.); 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped (Can use parsley if not a cilantro fan.); 1 teaspoon paprika (Brings mild spice and color.); 1 teaspoon cumin (Adds warm, earthy flavor.); 1 teaspoon turmeric (Contributes color and subtle earthiness.); Salt and pepper (To taste.); 1 fresh chili, chopped (Optional, for those who prefer heat.)

Description

Savor the Authentic Brazilian Fish Stew You’ll Love to Make

Ingredients

Scale

500 g white fish fillets (Use snapper or tilapia for best flavor.)
2 tablespoons olive oil (Ideal for sautéing.)
1 onion, chopped (Yellow onions work wonderfully.)
4 cloves garlic, minced (Fresh garlic is key for depth.)
2 red bell peppers, sliced (Swap for green bell peppers if desired.)
2 tomatoes, chopped (Contribute acidity to balance richness.)
1 tablespoon tomato paste (Enhances and intensifies tomato flavor.)
1 cup coconut milk (Essential for a creamy base.)
1 cup fish stock or water (Stock enhances seafood flavors.)
1 lime, juiced (Can substitute with lemon juice.)
2 tablespoons palm oil (Optional for authentic flavor.)
1/2 cup cilantro, chopped (Can use parsley if not a cilantro fan.)
1 teaspoon paprika (Brings mild spice and color.)
1 teaspoon cumin (Adds warm, earthy flavor.)
1 teaspoon turmeric (Contributes color and subtle earthiness.)
Salt and pepper (To taste.)
1 fresh chili, chopped (Optional, for those who prefer heat.)

Instructions

Heat olive oil and palm oil (if using) in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.
Sauté chopped onion and garlic until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
Add sliced red bell peppers; cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
Stir in chopped tomatoes and tomato paste, cooking for 3-4 minutes.
Mix in spices (paprika, cumin, turmeric, salt, and pepper) and cook for 1 minute.
Incorporate coconut milk and fish stock; bring to a simmer.
Add fish fillets to the pot; cook for 5-7 minutes until opaque and flaky.
Stir in lime juice, chopped cilantro, and fresh chili (if using).
Adjust seasoning as necessary and serve hot with rice or crusty bread.

Notes

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Brazilian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 400 kcal
Sugar: 5 g
Sodium: 600 mg
Fat: 25 g
Saturated Fat: 15 g
Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 30 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 25 g
Cholesterol: 70 mg

Keywords: Brazilian Fish Stew, Seafood, Coconut Milk