Peixe Em Leite De Coco (fish In Coconut Milk)
Peixe em Leite de Coco, or Fish in Coconut Milk, is a traditional dish from Guinea-Bissauan Cuisine that features tender fish cooked in a creamy and flavorful coconut milk sauce. This dish is a perfect blend of savory and slightly sweet flavors, and it's easy to make at home.
Ingredients
- 1 lb white fish fillets
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- 1 tomato, diced
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- Salt to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
- Add the sliced red bell pepper and diced tomato to the pan, and cook for a few minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened.
- Season the fish fillets with paprika, black pepper, and salt. Place the seasoned fish on top of the cooked vegetables in the pan.
- Pour the coconut milk over the fish and vegetables. Cover the pan and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve the Peixe em Leite de Coco hot with rice or crusty bread.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 30 minutes
- Total time:
- 45 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Fat
- 20g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
Supplies
Large pan Cooking spoon Cutting board Knife Measuring spoons
Tools
Cooking spoon Cutting board Knife Measuring spoons
Serving suggestions
Serve the Peixe em Leite de Coco with a side of steamed rice and a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For a spicier kick, add a chopped chili pepper or a dash of hot sauce to the coconut milk sauce.
Cost
$15