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title: Moqueca Baiana (Bahian Coconut Fish Stew)
servings: 4
prep time: 20 minutes
cook time: 30 minutes
source: https://mycibora.com/recipes/moqueca-baiana
---

Gather @white fish fillet{700%g}, @palm oil{2%tbsp}, @bell pepper{2}, @tomato{3}, @fresh cilantro{1%bunch}, @spring onion{3} and @black pepper{}.

Toss the fish with the @lime{2} juice, @garlic{3%clove}, @salt{} and pepper and let it marinate for 20 minutes. ~{20%minutes}

Layer half the @onion{1}, peppers and tomatoes over the base of a wide pot, lay the fish on top, and cover with the remaining vegetables.

Pour over the @coconut milk{400%ml} and drizzle with the dendê oil.

Cover and simmer gently over medium-low heat for about 20 minutes, spooning the broth over the top now and then — never stirring. ~{20%minutes}

Taste the broth and season, then shower with cilantro and scallions.

Bring the pot to the table and serve over white rice, with the broth spooned generously over everything.