Brazilian Moqueca with Coconut-Tomato Broth & Crispy Polenta
Prep 20 min · Cook 25 min · Serves 4 · medium

A vibrant Brazilian coastal seafood stew featuring firm white fish, shrimp, and bell peppers simmered in a fragrant coconut-tomato broth infused with cilantro and lime. Served alongside crispy pan-fried polenta for textural contrast and authentic regional flavor.
Ingredients
- 1.25 lbs firm white fish fillets, cod or halibut, cut into 2-inch chunks
- 0.75 lbs large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 whole red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 1 small jalapeño pepper, minced
- 1 can diced tomatoes, 14 oz, undrained
- 1 can coconut milk, 13.5 oz full fat, divided
- 0.75 cup fish or vegetable broth, warm
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro, loosely packed, divided
- 3 tbsp lime juice, fresh
- 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
- 1 tbsp dendê oil, palm oil
- 4 whole garlic cloves, minced


