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Bahia-style Moqueca prawn stew

Bahia-style Moqueca prawn stew

40 minHardSeafood
Gluten-freeSpicyHigh protein

Ingredients

Serves 4

Method

  1. 1

    Place the prawns in a bowl with 2 tbsp of the lime juice, 1 tsp of salt and 1 tbsp of the chopped garlic.

  2. 2

    Chill for 1 hr.

    60:00
  3. 3

    Heat the coconut oil in a large saucepan.

  4. 4

    Add the spring onion and onion and fry for 5 mins, then add the red pepper, chilli flakes, paprika and remaining garlic.

    05:00
  5. 5

    Pour in the tomatoes, coconut milk and a little salt.

  6. 6

    Bring to a simmer and let reduce for 10 mins.

    10:00
  7. 7

    Add the prawns, all the marinade and remaining lime juice.

  8. 8

    Gently simmer until the prawns turn white, about 3 mins.

    03:00
  9. 9

    Serve with the fresh coriander and rice.

Source: original recipe