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Moqueca recipe
Savor the vibrant flavors of Brazil with this moqueca!
Ingredients
- 600 g white fish fillets
- 400 ml coconut milk
- 1 bell pepper
- 1 onion
- 2 tomatoes
- 1 coriander
- 2 limes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
How to make Moqueca
- In a large pot, heat 2 tbsp of olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add 1 chopped onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 chopped bell pepper; sauté until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in 2 diced tomatoes and cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring often.
- Pour in 400 ml of coconut milk and add 600 g of white fish fillets; season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, cooking for 20 minutes until the fish is cooked through.
- Check that the fish flakes easily with a fork when done to ensure it’s properly cooked.
- Remove from heat and garnish with fresh coriander leaves; squeeze lime juice over before serving.
- Serve hot in bowls with a side of rice.
What is Moqueca?
Moqueca is a traditional dish from Brazil, simmered in one pot, and takes about 60 minutes from start to finish. It is built around white fish fillets and coconut milk. The recipe below uses 11 ingredients and is written out step by step.
How long does Moqueca take?
At 60 minutes it is quicker than 57% of the 588 dishes in Copper's atlas. Copper's atlas has 5 dishes built on white fish fillets. The method runs to 8 steps, the longest being 20 minutes.
Any tips for making Moqueca?
Using fresh coriander and lime adds a refreshing touch to the dish.
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