moqueca de camarao

This easy recipe for Shrimp Stew is based on the tradition Brazilian dish of &quot;moqueca de camarão&quot;. Coconut milk and tomato sauce creates the base for the sauce. Colorful peppers and vine tomatoes dress up the dish while cilantro adds brightness and good flavor.

Easy Shrimp Stew

shrimp

olive oil

onion

garlic, (minced)

tomato sauce/ marinara sauce

coconut milk

whole bell pepper (or

vine tomatoes, (whole)

salt and pepper, (to taste)

tsp crush red pepper flakes

cilantro

lemon

In a large skillet heat oil. Add shallots (you can sub for yellow onion) and garlic, saute until soft and fragrant.

Add tomato sauce and coconut milk. Give the sauce a stir.

Add in shrimp and season with salt and pepper, to taste.

Top shrimp with bell pepper slices and snuggle in vine tomatoes in sauce. Add the crushed pepper flakes or any whole hot pepper that you like (this is the time you add pimenta malagueta if using!)

Add a handful of fresh cilantro without chopping and cover. Let it simmer on medium low for 10-12 minutes. If needed give the shrimp a stir to make sure all is submerged in sauce and getting properly cooked.

Top dish with more cilantro and give it a squeese of fresh lemon juice. Serve with rice.

Brazilian prawn coconut stew (moqueca de camarao) is an easy and delicious low-carb recipe that features a unique combination of spices. It&#x27;s one of the most famous Brazilian foods, and it&#x27;s super easy to make in just 30 minutes.

Brazilian Prawn Coconut Stew (Moqueca de Camarao)

400 g (14 oz) prawns

limes, divided

garlic cloves,

coconut oil

red onion, diced

red pepper, diced

garlic cloves, finely chopped

green chilli, deseeded, finely chopped

red chilli flakes

paprika

cherry tomatoes, diced

400 ml (13.5 fl oz) coconut milk

coriander,

Put the prawns in a bowl and stir...

Put the prawns in a bowl and stir in half of the lime juice and the minced garlic. Season with salt and pepper and chill for 30 minutes.

In a large pan, heat the coconut oil...

In a large pan, heat the coconut oil and fry the red onion and red pepper for 5 minutes until slightly softened. Stir in the garlic and green chilli and continue to cook for another minute.

Add the red chilli flakes and paprika, sir...

Add the red chilli flakes and paprika, sir to combine and cook for another 30 seconds. Add the prawns and simmer for 3-4 minutes until the prawns are almost cooked.

Stir in the cherry tomatoes and cook for...

Stir in the cherry tomatoes and cook for 2-3 more minutes, stirring often and breaking down the tomatoes with your spoon as they cook.

Add the coconut milk, bring to a simmer,...

Add the coconut milk, bring to a simmer, then allow to reduce and thicken for 1-2 minutes. Stir in the lime juice and season to taste. Serve with rice and topped with fresh coriander and extra lime wedges.

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Brazilian prawn coconut stew (moqueca de camarao) is an easy and delicious low-carb recipe that features a unique combination of spices. It's one of the most famous Brazilian foods, and it's super easy to make in just 30 minutes.

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