Succulent Brazilian Moqueca de Peixe Paleo Recipe for Mouthwatering Carnival Experience

Allergens

Fish (Fish) - Coconut (Tree Nuts) - Garlic (Plant)

Ingredients

• 2 lbs firm white fish fillets (e.g., cod, tilapia, or snapper)
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 medium tomato, diced
• 1 large green bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 medium zucchini, sliced into rounds
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• Fresh lime wedges for serving (optional)

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine fish fillets, coconut milk, lemon juice, red onion, garlic, olive oil, dried oregano, ground cumin, sea salt, black pepper, white pepper, and half of the chopped cilantro. Mix gently to ensure all ingredients are well combined and evenly coated.
2. Preheat a large non stick skillet over medium heat. Add the fish mixture and cook for 5 minutes or until the fish is opaque and cooked through. Stir occasionally, making sure not to break apart the fish pieces.
3. Carefully transfer the cooked fish to a serving platter using a slotted spoon, leaving behind as much liquid as possible in the skillet. Set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add diced tomatoes and green bell pepper slices. Cook for 3 minutes or until vegetables are tender crisp. Add zucchini rounds and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
5. Gently fold in the remaining chopped cilantro and half of the cherry tomato halves. Cook for 1 minute to heat through.
6. Spoon the vegetable mixture over the cooked fish, ensuring that all pieces are covered. Arrange the remaining cherry tomato halves on top.
7. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side for added zest (optional).

Chef’s Insight

The combination of coconut milk and lemon juice creates a rich, creamy sauce that complements the delicate flavors of white fish.

Notes

Feel free to add more vegetables or adjust seasonings according to personal preference.