ADVERTISING

Brazilian Fish Prawn Seafood Stew Moqueca

Moqueca is a traditional Brazilian seafood dish that's bursting with flavor. Fresh fish fillets and shrimp are simmered in a sauce made with diced tomatoes, peppers, onions, and coconut milk, seasoned with palm oil and fresh cilantro. This hearty and vibrant recipe brings a taste of Brazil to your table.

ADVERTISING

Ingredients

number of servings
4
  • 1 kg of white fish fillets (eg. cod, hake sea bass) Added to
  • 500 g of peeled prawns Added to
  • 1 diced onion Added to
  • 2 cloves of minced garlic Added to
  • 2 diced bell peppers (one red, one green) Added to
  • 3 diced tomatoes Added to
  • 1 can of coconut milk Added to
  • 2 tbls of palm oil Added to
  • Juice of one lime Added to
  • Bunch of chopped cilantro Added to
  • salt and pepper to taste Added to
ADVERTISING

Directions

60 min.
1. Step

Season the fish fillets and prawns with salt, pepper and lime juice. Set aside.

2. Step

In a large pan, heat the palm oil over medium heat. Add the onion, bell peppers, and garlic. Sauté until soft.

3. Step

Add the diced tomatoes to the pan and cook until softened.

4. Step

Lay the fish fillets on top of the vegetables in pan. Pour the coconut milk over the fish and vegetables.

5. Step

Cover the pan and let it simmer for about 15 minutes until the fish is cooked through.

6. Step

Add the prawns to the pan and simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes until the prawns are cooked.

7. Step

Check for seasoning and adjust if necessary.

8. Step

Top the moqueca with chopped cilantro just before serving.

Similar recipes

Easy Authentic Indian Prawn Curry

This is a classic Indian dish that is packed with flavor and easy to prepare. A mix of spices, coconut milk, and prawns are combined to create a delicious and creamy curry that can be served with rice or naan bread.
Romi
Romi
Recipe preview Original Tom Yum soup recipe
Videorecipe

Original Tom Yum soup recipe

This Thai soup has diverse flavours and a creamy taste. Make Tom Yum at home and it will be a real treat for everyone who tastes this special soup.

Simple Authentic Curried Prawns

This recipe for Curried Prawns is perfect for a quick and easy meal that is both flavorful and nutritious. It combines succulent prawns with fragrant spices and creamy coconut milk to make a rich and satisfying curry that will surely satisfy your cravings.

Creamy Nova Scotia Seafood Chowder

Seafood Chowder is a hearty and comforting one-pot soup that is perfect for any occasion. This creamy soup is loaded with a variety of seafood like shrimp, clams and fish cooked in a delicious broth cream, potatoes, aromatics, and herbs. It's a filling and delicious way to taste the flavors of the sea.
Romi
Romi
Recipe preview How to make homemade Tuna Pasta Bake?
Videorecipe

How to make homemade Tuna Pasta Bake?

This easy recipe teaches how to make the best homemade Tuna Pasta Bake. Don't miss it!

Homemade Crispy Fried Fish Burger

Enjoy a deliciously satisfying Crispy Fish Burger that's bound to become a favorite in your household. A simply marinated, crispy fried fish served in a soft, delicious burger bun, accompanied by a tangy tartar sauce and fresh, crispy lettuce. This burger is a filling and flavorful dish that's perfect for a fun family dinner or a get-together with friends. A dish that's certain to please fish lovers and foodies alike!

Ultimate Crispy Mexican Fish Taco Recipe

This Fish Taco recipe is a delightful blend of flaky fish, tangy slaw, and zesty sauce, all tucked into a warm tortilla. It's a quick meal with flavor, perfect for a weeknight or casual get-together with friends.

How to make Authentic Pad Thai Noodles

Pad Thai is a popular dish from Thailand. It is made with stir-fried noodles and a delicious combination of ingredients that create a perfect balance of flavors. This dish is known for its tangy, slightly sweet, and savory taste.

Similar recipes

Easy Authentic Indian Prawn Curry

This is a classic Indian dish that is packed with flavor and easy to prepare. A mix of spices, coconut milk, and prawns are combined to create a delicious and creamy curry that can be served with rice or naan bread.
Romi
Romi
Recipe preview Original Tom Yum soup recipe
Videorecipe

Original Tom Yum soup recipe

This Thai soup has diverse flavours and a creamy taste. Make Tom Yum at home and it will be a real treat for everyone who tastes this special soup.

Simple Authentic Curried Prawns

This recipe for Curried Prawns is perfect for a quick and easy meal that is both flavorful and nutritious. It combines succulent prawns with fragrant spices and creamy coconut milk to make a rich and satisfying curry that will surely satisfy your cravings.

Creamy Nova Scotia Seafood Chowder

Seafood Chowder is a hearty and comforting one-pot soup that is perfect for any occasion. This creamy soup is loaded with a variety of seafood like shrimp, clams and fish cooked in a delicious broth cream, potatoes, aromatics, and herbs. It's a filling and delicious way to taste the flavors of the sea.
Romi
Romi
Recipe preview How to make homemade Tuna Pasta Bake?
Videorecipe

How to make homemade Tuna Pasta Bake?

This easy recipe teaches how to make the best homemade Tuna Pasta Bake. Don't miss it!

Homemade Crispy Fried Fish Burger

Enjoy a deliciously satisfying Crispy Fish Burger that's bound to become a favorite in your household. A simply marinated, crispy fried fish served in a soft, delicious burger bun, accompanied by a tangy tartar sauce and fresh, crispy lettuce. This burger is a filling and flavorful dish that's perfect for a fun family dinner or a get-together with friends. A dish that's certain to please fish lovers and foodies alike!

Ultimate Crispy Mexican Fish Taco Recipe

This Fish Taco recipe is a delightful blend of flaky fish, tangy slaw, and zesty sauce, all tucked into a warm tortilla. It's a quick meal with flavor, perfect for a weeknight or casual get-together with friends.

How to make Authentic Pad Thai Noodles

Pad Thai is a popular dish from Thailand. It is made with stir-fried noodles and a delicious combination of ingredients that create a perfect balance of flavors. This dish is known for its tangy, slightly sweet, and savory taste.

Reels

New

Top categories

Quick meals

2293 recipes

Brunch

590 recipes

Lunch

2841 recipes

Dinner

2841 recipes

Meals with meat

1594 recipes

Pork

261 recipes

Baking

2159 recipes

Tomatoes

789 recipes

Breakfast

616 recipes

Dessert

1541 recipes

Pastry

873 recipes