Moqueca De Peixe E Lula

Ingredients

• 600 grams Firm white fish fillets (like Snapper or Halibut), cubed
• 300 grams Squid rings and tentacles
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 400 ml Coconut milk
• 3 tablespoons Dendê (Red Palm) oil
• 1 piece Large onion, sliced into rings
• 2 pieces Red and yellow bell peppers, sliced into rings
• 3 pieces Tomatoes, sliced into rounds
• 4 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Salt and black pepper(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Marinate the fish and squid in lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper for at least 20 minutes.

2. 2

   In a large clay pot or heavy-bottomed skillet, drizzle half of the dendê oil over the bottom.

3. 3

   Layer half of the onion rings, bell pepper rings, and tomato slices at the base of the pot.

4. 4

   Place the marinated fish and squid in an even layer over the vegetables.

5. 5

   Top with the remaining onion, peppers, and tomatoes, then sprinkle with half of the cilantro.

6. 6

   Pour the coconut milk and the remaining dendê oil over the entire assembly.

7. 7

   Cover and simmer over medium-low heat for 15 to 20 minutes without stirring to keep the fish intact.

8. 8

   Garnish with the remaining fresh cilantro and serve hot with white rice and farofa.