For a richer flavor, consider using fish stock instead of water to cook the rice. Feel free to substitute sea bass with other firm white fish like cod, snapper, or halibut. Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper and jalapenos to control the level of spiciness. Garnish with extra cilantro and a wedge of lime for serving.
Chef John's Brazilian Fish Stew
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PREP TIME12 mins
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COOK TIME20 mins
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TOTAL TIME32 mins
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS581
A vibrant and flavorful Brazilian-inspired fish stew, perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight meal. This simplified version focuses on fresh fish and aromatic spices, delivering a taste of the tropics in under 30 minutes.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate33 g
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Cholesterol47 mg
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Fiber3 g
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Protein26 g
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Saturated Fat13 g
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Sodium600 mg
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Sugar3 g
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Fat19 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View In a saucepan, bring water and rice to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed, approximately 20-25 minutes.
02 Step
Recipe View Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and 1 teaspoon of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions begin to soften, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in tomato paste, minced garlic, paprika, cumin, and a pinch of cayenne pepper. Continue cooking for another 3 minutes, allowing the spices to bloom.
03 Step
Recipe View Pour in coconut milk and add soy sauce to the skillet. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat and let it simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
04 Step
Recipe View Increase the heat to medium-high. Add the sliced bell peppers, jalapeno peppers, and chopped green onions to the skillet. Return the mixture to a simmer.
05 Step
Recipe View Gently transfer the sea bass chunks to the skillet, stirring carefully to coat them in the sauce. Cover the skillet and cook over medium-high heat until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork, approximately 5 minutes.
06 Step
Recipe View Remove the skillet from the heat. Season with additional salt to taste. Stir in fresh cilantro and lime juice, being careful not to break up the fish too much. Serve immediately over a bed of fluffy rice.
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Valentina Muller
May 9, 2025I added a can of diced tomatoes for extra depth and it was amazing!
Charity Glover
Apr 24, 2025This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights! So quick and flavorful.
Ottilie Larkin
Apr 16, 2025I like to add a little bit of shrimp to make it a complete seafood stew.
Maudie Steuber
Jan 10, 2025Easy to follow and the results are restaurant quality.
Arvid Schmitt
Nov 8, 2024I used cod instead of sea bass and it worked perfectly.
Albin Brekke
Jul 7, 2024The lime juice at the end really brightens up the flavors. Don't skip it!
Norwood Robel
Apr 15, 2024This is now a regular in our dinner rotation. Thank you for sharing!
Lea Harvey
Feb 29, 2024The coconut milk makes this stew so creamy and delicious. My whole family loved it.
Felicity Sauer
Apr 20, 2023Be careful with the jalapenos! I added too many and it was a bit too spicy for my taste.