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Caribbean Fish Stew with Plantains

A flavorful and hearty fish stew featuring white fish, vegetables, and plantains in a rich tomato-based broth.

55m4 servings
Contains fishDAIRY-free
420 cal|35g protein|40g carbs|15g fat|6g fiber

Ingredients

  • about 680 g White Fish (cod, snapper, or mahi-mahi)
  • 2 medium Plantains (ripe, sliced)
  • 1 medium Onion (diced)
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper (diced)
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 1 can (28 oz) Canned Diced Tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste
  • 1/2 can (13.5 oz) Coconut Milk
  • 2 cups Fish Broth (or vegetable broth)
  • 2 sprigs Thyme (fresh)
  • 1/2 pepper Scotch Bonnet Pepper (optional, whole)
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

  1. 1Sauté onion and bell pepper in a large pot over medium heat until softened.
  2. 2Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
  3. 3Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato paste, fish broth, coconut milk, thyme, and scotch bonnet pepper (if using). Bring to a simmer.
  4. 4Add plantains and simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. 5Add fish and cook until opaque and flakes easily, about 5-7 minutes.
  6. 6Remove thyme sprigs and scotch bonnet pepper before serving. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

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