Zesty Brazilian Lime Fish Stew — FamilyPlate recipe🐟

Zesty Brazilian Lime Fish Stew

A quick and flavorful Brazilian fish stew featuring fresh lime and herbs, ready in under 15 minutes, perfect for a nutritious dinner.

🇧🇷 Brazilian
👶 Kid Friendly

✨ Created by a FamilyPlate user

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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Difficulty
easy
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Meal Type
dinner
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Cooking Style
High Protein

Nutrition (per serving)

350kcal
Calories
30g
Protein
10g
Carbs
20g
Fat

Ingredients

  • 1 lb white fish fillets (such as tilapia or cod)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Sauté the onion and garlic until translucent, about 3 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add the diced red bell pepper and cook for another 2 minutes until softened.

  4. 4

    Stir in the coconut milk, lime juice, salt, pepper, and paprika; bring to a simmer.

  5. 5

    Add the fish fillets and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily.

  6. 6

    Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

  7. 7

    Serve immediately, ideally with crusty bread or over rice.

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