Description
Brazilian prawn coconut stew (moqueca de camarao) is an easy and delicious low-carb recipe with a rich blend of spices and creamy coconut milk. One of the most famous Brazilian dishes, ready in just 30 minutes!
Ingredients
- 400 g (14 oz) prawns
- Juice of 2 limes, divided
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 medium red onion, diced
- 1 medium red pepper, diced
- 2 large garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1 green chilli, deseeded, finely chopped
- ½ teaspoon red chilli flakes
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 8 cherry tomatoes, diced
- 400 ml coconut milk
- Fresh coriander, to serve
Instructions
- Place the prawns in a bowl and mix with half of the lime juice and minced garlic. Season with salt and pepper, then chill for 30 minutes.
- Heat coconut oil in a large pan. Cook the red onion and red pepper for 5 minutes until softened.
- Add garlic and green chilli, cook for 1 more minute.
- Stir in chilli flakes and paprika, cook for 30 seconds.
- Add prawns and simmer for 3–4 minutes until nearly cooked.
- Add cherry tomatoes and cook for 2–3 minutes, gently breaking them down.
- Pour in coconut milk, simmer and reduce slightly for 1–2 minutes.
- Stir in remaining lime juice, adjust seasoning, and serve with rice, fresh coriander, and lime wedges.
Notes
- Use fresh prawns for best flavor.
- Serve with rice or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
- Adjust chilli to your heat preference.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Brazilian