Moqueca Baiana
Main Course · Brazilian
A Brazilian Bahian fish stew with a citrus-herb marinade, tomatoes, onions, dendê oil, and coconut milk.
Added Aug 17, 2026
PrepPrep time
20 min
CookCook time
45 min
ServingsServings
6 servings
Ingredients
1× yields 6 servings
1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
3 whole tomatoes, divided
3 whole onions, divided
1 1/2 whole green bell pepper, divided
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 whole lemons, juiced
1 1/2 tbsp salt
2 kg fish
120 ml olive oil
120 ml dendê oil
2 whole pimenta-de-cheiro peppers, chopped
200 ml coconut milk
Preparation
1
Blend with some of , , and , plus , , , and , until smooth. Coat with the marinade and let it rest while you prep the vegetables.
2
Slice the remaining , , and .
3
Place the marinated in a large pot or deep skillet and layer the sliced vegetables over the top. Pour in and .
4
Bring the pot to a boil, then reduce to medium heat and cook for about 40 minutes, until the fish is tender.
5
Stir in and cook for 2 minutes more. Serve hot.
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