Brazilian Moqueca with Dendê Oil and Lime-Cilantro Rice

Name: Brazilian Moqueca with Dendê Oil and Lime-Cilantro Rice
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 14 oz firm white fish fillets (halibut or sea bass); 2 tbsp dendê oil (or substitute coconut oil); 1 medium yellow onion; 1 whole red bell pepper; 4 whole garlic cloves; 1 tbsp fresh ginger; 1.5 cups plum tomatoes; 0.75 cup coconut milk; 0.5 cup fish or vegetable stock; 0.25 cup fresh cilantro; 2 tbsp fresh lime juice; 0.5 tsp ground cumin; 0.5 tsp ground coriander; 0.5 tsp sea salt; 0.25 tsp black pepper; 0.75 cup white rice; 1.5 cups water; 3 cups fresh collard greens; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 whole garlic clove

Prep 20 min · Cook 25 min · Serves 2 · medium

Global Cuisine

A vibrant Bahian fish stew simmered in coconut milk and dendê oil with bell peppers, tomatoes, and fresh cilantro. This aromatic, brothy braise celebrates the African-Portuguese culinary heritage of Brazil's coast, served with fluffy cilantro-lime rice and sautéed collard greens for authentic regional depth.

Ingredients

14 oz firm white fish fillets (halibut or sea bass)
2 tbsp dendê oil (or substitute coconut oil)
1 medium yellow onion
Two cups of something delicious
A generous pinch of patience
The secret ingredient
A splash of good olive oil
Fresh herbs, chopped

Instructions

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