coconut fish stew

Coconut Fish Stew

recipe adapted from RecipeTin Eats

serves 4-6

INGREDIENTS:

2 lbs firm skinless white fish fillets (such as cod), cut into 2 inch pieces

2 tbsp lime juice

kosher salt and pepper

1 tbsp coconut oil

1 tbsp olive oil

1 onion, chopped

4-6 of garlic cloves, minced

1 red bell pepper, sliced

2 tsp sugar

1 tbsp cumin

1 tbsp paprika

1/2 tsp cayenne

1 14oz can of crushed tomatoes

1 14oz can of coconut milk

1 cup chicken broth

salt and pepper

lime juice

cilantro chopped

METHOD:

1. In a medium bowl, combine fish with lime juice and season with salt and pepper. Set aside and let marinate for 20 minutes.

2. In a wide skillet, heat coconut oil and brown fish. Remove and set aside.

3. Wipe skillet with paper towel to remove any leftover fish bits. Add olive oil, onion and cook for 5-10 minutes until soft and slightly brown. Add garlic and spices and cook while stirring until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add peppers and combine well.

4. Add tomatoes, coconut milk and broth. Bring to a boil and then lower heat and simmer for 20-30 minutes. Add fish and simmer for another 15 minutes or until the sauce is thickened to your desired consistency. Adjust seasoning as desired with additional lime juice (optional). 

6. Top with cilantro and serve with your favourite type of rice.