Brazilian Fish Stew

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Brazilian
Keyword: Level 1, Seafood
Servings: 2

Ingredients

  • 3 limes 2 juiced, 1 sliced.
  • 2 Tbsp paprika
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 Tbsp red pepper flakes Optional.
  • 1 pinch Himalayan pink sea salt
  • 1 pinch ground black pepper
  • 1 lb white fish filets Halibut, Cod, mahi-mahi, or any other level 1 fish.
  • 1 Tbsp grape seed oil
  • 1 sweet yellow onion Sliced.
  • 1 bell pepper Sliced.
  • 2 cups tomatoes Diced.
  • 32 fl oz low sodium fish stock Level 2 & 3: can substitute pure organic coconut water as an option.
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro

Instructions

  • Stir together the juice from two limes, paprika, garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper in a bowl or ziploc bag. Add the fish and toss to coat. Cover or seal and refrigerate at least 20 minutes, up to 24 hours.
  • In a large sauce pan, quickly cook the onions in the oil on high (1 to 2 minutes). Reduce heat to medium.
  • Add the bell peppers, fish, and diced tomatoes to the pot in succeeding layers.
  • Pour the fish stock over the mixture (Level 2&3: coconut water is a tasty optional substitute).
  • Cover the pot and simmer 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in the cilantro (save a little bit for garnish) and continue cooking until the fish is completely cooked through (5 to 10 minutes).
  • Garnish your bowl with lime slices and cilantro, Enjoy!

Notes

Health Coach Tip: Enjoy this with a big leafy green salad to get extra enzymes for digestion!
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  1. Lily Toy

    5 stars
    Awesome recipe. This is very tasty. I used Thai chili flakes and it gave it the heat I like. The flavor of the sweet onion, tomatoes, and bell peppers holds true. 😋

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