Summer Moqueca (Brazilian Fish Stew) Recipe

Name: Summer Moqueca (Brazilian Fish Stew)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs tilapia filets; 1 tsp. ground black pepper; 1 tsp. red pepper flakes (or more to taste); 1/2 tsp. salt; Juice of 1 lime; 2 Tablespoons olive oil; 3 cloves garlic, pressed; 1 inch x 2 inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and minced or grated; 1 medium onion, thinly sliced; 1 small green bell pepper, halved and sliced; 1 small yellow bell pepper, halved and sliced; 1 large or 2 small plum tomatoes, halved and sliced; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 1 cup coconut milk

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lbs tilapia filets
1 tsp. ground black pepper
1 tsp. red pepper flakes (or more to taste)
1/2 tsp. salt
Juice of 1 lime
2 Tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, pressed
1 inch x 2 inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and minced or grated
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1 small green bell pepper, halved and sliced
1 small yellow bell pepper, halved and sliced
1 large or 2 small plum tomatoes, halved and sliced
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 cup coconut milk

1
Rub the fish filets with lime juice, salt, pepper and 1/2 of the red pepper flakes; set aside.
2
Heat olive oil in a deep, heavy saucepan over medium heat and add pressed garlic, minced ginger and half of the red pepper flakes. Saute 1 minute or until garlic starts to golden.
3
Spread sliced onion on top, making a layer. Do the same with sliced peppers and tomatoes, on top of the onions. Do not stir. Cover and cook 2 minutes.
4
Place seasoned fish filets on top of the bed of vegetables, and cover with fresh cilantro. Cover and cook 5-8 min or until filets are completely white (depending on thickness of filets). Pour coconut milk over the top of the filets. Stir by lifting the pan and moving it in a circular motion. Let cook, covered, 2 more minutes.
5
Remove from heat. With a large spoon or spatula, place the fish and vegetables onto plates and pour the sauce on top. Delicious over steamed white or brown long-grain rice.

153

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lbs tilapia filets, 1 tsp. ground black pepper, 1 tsp. red pepper flakes (or more to taste), 1/2 tsp. salt, and more.

Yes, Summer Moqueca (Brazilian Fish Stew) falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Summer Moqueca (Brazilian Fish Stew)

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