Brazilian Fish Stew

199 Reviews

Prep: 20 min
Cook: 25 min
Ready In: 1 hr 5 min

“This super easy but hearty dish is full of flavor and absolutely delicious! It's a simplified version of a common Brazilian dish that I remember from my childhood and it's become a favorite even among my kids and I, even though we don't like fish! This can be made easily on the stovetop or in the slow cooker for a no-fail convenience meal. Use salmon in place of tilapia for a stronger fish flavor. Serve with hot rice or warm tortillas.” - by BellevueMama

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Original recipe yields 6 servings

Directions

Stir together the lime juice, cumin, paprika, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add the tilapia and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate at least 20 minutes, up to 24 hours.
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Quickly fry the onions in the oil 1 to 2 minutes. Reduce heat to medium. Add the bell peppers, tilapia, and diced tomatoes to the pot in succeeding layers. Pour the coconut milk over the mixture. Cover the pot and simmer 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in the cilantro and continue cooking until the tilapia is completely cooked through, another 5 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (6 total)

Calories
359 cal
18%

Fat
21.8 g
34%

Carbs
15.6 g
5%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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TheTDot

Mar. 17, 2010

"Fabulous stew. I would recommend a few tweaks: The listed amount of bell peppers is a bit much. Half the amount of bell peppers is more than enough. I'd also do half red, half yellow bell peppers fo..." See morer added color. As well, I'd recommend a fish that is more firm/less flaky than tilapia. I used cod and it turned out great. Finally, a pinch of chili flakes for an extra bit of zing."

hassmurphy

Mar. 2, 2009

"This recipe was excellent. It was relatively easy to make and didn't take much time. I used more than the recommended lime which I would suggest. This fish stew could have as easily passed as a Thai r..." See moreecipe. If you like Thai food try this dish. I am also going to make this again substituting the fish with shrimp or chicken. "

Tuttifruttigirl

Oct. 20, 2010

"I'm from Brazil, and this is one of my fave dishes. I personally don't use garlic on fishes... It kind of is a bit "too much". Also, that amount of pepper is used by Northern people more than at other..." See more parts of the country., but if you like it... :)"

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