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Moqueca: Brazilian Fish Stew with Boiled Eggs

Moqueca: Brazilian Fish Stew with Boiled Eggs prepared dish

Moqueca is a traditional brazilian fish stew that features a delightful combination of fresh fish, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic spices. This dish is typically served with boiled eggs on top, adding a rich texture and flavor. Enjoy this hearty stew with rice for a complete meal!

This recipe is dinner, scaled for 6 servings, with 20 min prep and 40 min cook.

Prep: 20 min · Cook: 40 min · Total: 60 min · Serves: 6

Quick cooking notes

  • Core ingredients include coconut milk, coriander, olive oil, onion.
  • Follow all 7 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
  • Ingredient quantities listed below are for 6 servings.

Ingredients

  • 400 ml coconut milk
  • 1 bunch coriander (chopped)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion (chopped)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 medium bell pepper (sliced)
  • 60 ml lime juice
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 2 medium tomatoes (chopped)
  • 6 large boiled eggs
  • 900 g white fish fillets (cut into chunks)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
  3. Stir in the sliced bell pepper and chopped tomatoes, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
  4. Add the fish chunks to the pot, followed by the coconut milk, lime juice, salt, and black pepper.
  5. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for about 20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through.
  6. Stir in the chopped coriander just before serving.
  7. Serve the stew hot, topped with sliced boiled eggs.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 350
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Carbohydrates: 10 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg

Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.

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