HappyCook80's Recipe

Brazil-Peixe Ensopado (fish stew flavored with coconut)

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Brazil-Peixe Ensopado (fish stew flavored with coconut)

Plan ahead, the fish needs to marinate 1 to 3 hours. It is typically made with badejo, a fish similar to sea bass. A good substitute is haddock.

juice of one lime
1/2 teaspoon salt
black pepper to taste
4 fish steaks
1 large onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
8 green olives, sliced
3 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 malagueta pepper, chopped
1/2 cup coconut milk

Prepare a marinade of lime juice, salt and pepper.

Marinate the fish for 1 to 3 hours. sauté the onion, olives and garlic in oil until onion is limp. Mix in cilantro and cook for 1 minute. Add fish and marinade. Simmer 10 to 15 minutes, or until fish is done.

Mix in tomato paste, malagueta pepper and coconut milk. Simmer for another 5 minutes. Serve with rice.
Serves 4.