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Portuguese Fish Stew

Portuguese Fish Stew

Dive into a flavorful Portuguese Fish Stew adventure packed with tender fish, creamy coconut milk, and rich spices. Perfect for cozy meals!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g white fish fillets (like cod)
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • 3 ripe tomatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
  • 2 potatoes, cubed
  • 1 bouquet garni (thyme and bay leaves)
  • 200 ml coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • to taste red chili flakes (optional)

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Sharp knife for chopping
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Toss in the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until the onions turn translucent.
  3. Stir in the diced tomatoes and red bell pepper strips, simmering for about five minutes.
  4. Add the cubed potatoes and bouquet garni, stirring to coat the potatoes.
  5. Pour in the coconut milk, then nestle the fish pieces into the stew.
  6. Season with salt, pepper, and red chili flakes if desired.
  7. Cover the pot and let the stew simmer for 15–20 minutes until the potatoes are fork-tender and the fish flakes easily.
  8. Remove the bouquet garni before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Experiment with different types of fish like shrimp or scallops. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; flavors deepen over time. If freezing, it can last up to three months. Reheat gently to preserve texture.
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