Coconut Shrimp Stew ~ Moqueca de camarão

Name: Coconut Shrimp Stew ~ Moqueca de camarão
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Latin American
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs Raw shrimp, 26-30/lb ((peeled, deveined, tail removed)); 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 1 teaspoon Salt ((divided for shrimp and sauce)); 1 teaspoon Black Pepper ((divided for shrimp and sauce)); 2 Cloves Garlic (minced); 1 Medium Onion (diced); 1 Green bell pepper (diced); 14-15 ounces Diced Tomatoes (1 can); 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cumin; 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro (chopped); 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 cup Coconut Milk, unsweetened ((I used A Taste of Thai, First Pressing)); 1/2 cup Vegetable broth or Chicken broth; 2 tablespoons Lime Juice (juice from 1 lime); 2 teaspoons Cornstarch; 1/4 cup Cold Water

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:20min

Coconut Shrimp Stew or Moqueca de Camarão in Portuguese, is a delicious traditional dish in Brazil. It's a thick and creamy stew with coconut milk, chunks of hearty vegetables and succulent shrimp. Shrimp are seared to give the dish it's base flavor, then garlic, onion, and green pepper are added for aromatics and deep flavor. Cumin, cilantro, and lime juice bring smoky and acidic notes. Finally diced tomatoes, coconut milk, and broth give the stew it's creamy, tangy, and full finish. Serve with Brazilian Rice and it's a wonderful dinner!

Updated at: Tue, 20 May 2025 00:09:53 GMT