Salted Codfish Stew (Moqueca)

Salted Codfish Stew (Moqueca)

30min
4 servings
Easy

Easy salted codfish stew recipe, prepared in individual portions and finished with fresh cilantro.

Recipe Video

Ingredients

Bacalhau
  • 2loin (divided into 2 portions) de Salted cod loin
Base
  • Olive oil
  • Palm oil (Dendê)
Refogado
  • Onion
  • Yellow bell pepper
  • Red bell pepper
  • Bode pepper (or bird's eye chili)
  • Garlic
  • Seedless tomato
Temperos
  • Salt
  • Black pepper
Líquidos
  • Coconut milk
  • a little de Hot water
Finalização
  • Fresh cilantro
    Substitui por: salsinha

Instructions

1
preparar

Divide the desalted cod loin into two portions, removing the center bone if necessary.

1min

Dica: Keeping the skin on helps prevent the cod from falling apart.

2
dourar

In a pot, heat a little olive oil and brown the cod pieces on all sides to create a flavor base.

4min

Dica: This initial searing intensifies the fish's flavor.

3
refogar

Add palm oil to the pot, followed by the onion, yellow bell pepper, red bell pepper, and bode pepper, sautéing until they wilt slightly.

3min

Dica: Palm oil is the characteristic ingredient that gives the moqueca its flavor.

4
refogar

Add minced garlic and sauté briefly. Season the base with salt and black pepper.

1min
5
misturar

Add the diced seedless tomato to the mixture and stir well.

30s
6
adicionar

Return the cod loins to the pot over the sautéed vegetables.

15s
7
cozinhar

Pour in the coconut milk and a little hot water over the fish and seasonings, stirring gently.

45s

Dica: Slightly turn the cod so it soaks up the oil well.

8
cozinhar

Adjust salt and pepper, cover the pot, and cook for about 15 minutes.

15min
9
finalizar

Finish the moqueca by sprinkling fresh cilantro over the top before serving.

30s

Dica: Those who dislike cilantro can use parsley as a substitute.

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Allergens Present

Seafood

Nutrition Facts

TACO Table - per serving

Nutrient
Amt.%DV*
  • Energy
    62 kcal3%
  • Carbohydrates
    3 g1%
  • Protein
    2 g2%
  • Total Fat
    5 g10%
  • Dietary Fiber
    1 g5%

*Daily reference values based on a 2,000 kcal diet (ANVISA). Data calculated from the TACO Table (UNICAMP).

Cuisine Type

brasileira

Required Equipment

panela

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