Spicy Seafood Stew Moqueca is a traditional fish stew from Brazil made with a variety of fish, onions, bell peppers, tomatoes, cilantro, garlic, and coconut milk. It is a flavorful dish that combines the taste of fish with a rich and creamy coconut milk base. The spices, herbs and vegetables bring a nice balance of flavors. Cilantro and garlic give a lovely freshness and the bell peppers, tomatoes and onion give a touch of sweetness to the dish. It is a hearty stew, typically served with rice to balance the rich flavors. The recipe is simple and it’s difficult to spoil. Let’s make it!
What is Spicy Seafood Stew Moqueca made of?
- onion
- garlic clove
- bell peppers (yellow & red)
- chili pepperы
- tomatoes
- Neapolitan sauce or Passata
- white fish (cod, seafood or like that)
- shrimps and mussels (or you can add your fav seafood)
- fish or veg stock
- coconut milk (canned, 17-19% fat)
- coriander
- chili flakes
- turmeric
- paprika
- salt
FAQ:
- What is moqueca made of in Brazil?
Moqueca is typically made with some fish or other seafood and vegetables such as onions, tomatoes, bell peppers, cilantro, coconut milk and spices.
- How does moqueca taste?
Moqueca is a flavorful dish that can be described as having a rich, spicy and creamy taste, with a delicate balance of fish, coconut milk, and spices. The fish is usually fresh and tender, and the coconut milk gives the dish a smooth, velvety texture. The herbs and vegetables used in the dish add freshness and sweetness. Moqueca is considered a hearty and satisfying stew enjoyed for its unique combination of flavors and textures.
- Is fish stew healthy?
Fish stews can be a healthy meal option because they contain lean protein sources such as fish and shrimp. White fish contains a healthy dose of Vitamin B6, which is known to help fight inflammation in the body. The vegetables in the stew can provide important vitamins and minerals.
- What do you serve with moqueca?
Moqueca is typically served with white rice, which helps to soak up the flavorful sauce and balance the dish’s richness.
How to make Moqueca?
Cut the fillet of white fish into pieces, add salt and pepper and leave to marinate;
Finely chop the onion and garlic. Cut the bell peppers and chili pepper into strips. Cut the tomatoes into cubes;
Place a pan on medium heat, pour oil into there, add onion and garlic there and fry a bit;
Add peppers, and stew them for a couple of minutes, till they get softened.
Place the spice mix;
Then add shrimp and mussels, then add tomatoes and Passata sauce, mix;
Pour in the stock, and let it boil a bit, occasionally stirring (for about 5 mins);
Add fish pieces and coconut milk, and mix. Decrease the heat to low, cover the pan with the lid and let it cook for 15 mins;
Your Moqueca is ready to be served! Place it in the bowls, and serve with some rice and chopped cilantro. Enjoy your Spicy Seafood Stew Moqueca!
If you are looking for more seafood stews or soups, like Moqueca, check out these recipes:
Spicy Seafood Stew “Moqueca”
Ingredients
- ½ onion
- 1 garlic clove
- 2 big bell peppers (yellow & red)
- 1 chili pepper (half red & half green)
- 1 big tomato or 5-6 cherry tomatoes
- 60 g Neapolitan sauce or Passata
- 200 g white fish (cod, seafood or like that)
- 100 g shrimps
- 50 g mussels (or you can add your fav seafood)
- 250 ml fish or veg stock
- 400 ml coconut milk (canned, 17-19% fat)
- ¼ tsp coriander
- ¼ tsp chili flakes
- ½ tsp turmeric
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- Cut the fillet of white fish into pieces, add salt and pepper and leave to marinate. Finely chop the onion and garlic. Cut the bell peppers and chili pepper into strips. Cut the tomatoes into cubes.
- Place a pan on medium heat, pour oil into there, add onion and garlic there and fry a bit. Add peppers, and stew them for a couple of minutes, so they get softened.
- Add a spice mix, shrimp and mussels, then add tomatoes and Passata sauce, mix well and cook for 2 minutes.
- Add stock, and let it boil a bit, occasionally stirring (for about 5 mins). Add fish pieces and coconut milk, and mix. Decrease the heat to low, cover the pan with the lid and let it cook for 15 mins.
- Pour Moqueca in the bowls, and serve with some rice and chopped cilantro. Enjoy!
Spicy Seafood Stew “Moqueca”