Portuguese Fish Stew (Caldeirada De Peixe)
A Traditional Portuguese Dish
An Iconic Dish Served All Over Portugal. Beautifully Spiced And Cooked Fresh Fish In A Delicious Sauce. It’s True Portuguese Comfort Food. This Fish Stew, Known As Caldeirada De Peixe, Can Be Found In Restaurants And Homes Throughout Portugal. Many Portuguese Restaurants Outside Of Portugal. Also Offer This Delicious Traditional Dish–Which Is A Lucky Thing For Me And All Those Who Long For That Taste Of Back Home Goodness. This Version Of The Dish Is One Of My Mom’s Recipes. It’s Actually Not In The Notebook Of Recipes She Wrote For Me (Which We Lovingly Refer To As Our Book Of Traditions).
Bon Appetit,
Antonio Seabra
Portuguese Fish Stew (Caldeirada De Peixe)
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Category
Main, Main Course
Servings
8
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
35 minutes
Calories
447
Author:
Antonio Seabra
A Traditional Portuguese Dish
An Iconic Dish Served All Over Portugal. Beautifully Spiced And Cooked Fresh Fish In A Delicious Sauce. It’s True Portuguese Comfort Food. This Fish Stew, Known As Caldeirada De Peixe, Can Be Found In Restaurants And Homes Throughout Portugal. Many Portuguese Restaurants Outside Of Portugal. Also Offer This Delicious Traditional Dish–Which Is A Lucky Thing For Me And All Those Who Long For That Taste Of Back Home Goodness. This Version Of The Dish Is One Of My Mom’s Recipes. It’s Actually Not In The Notebook Of Recipes She Wrote For Me (Which We Lovingly Refer To As Our Book Of Traditions).
Bon Appetit,
Antonio Seabra
Ingredients
· 1 cup Casa Américo White Wine.
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· 3 Tbsp Tomato Paste.
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· 1 Tsp Paprika.
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· 1/4 Cup Caixeiro Organic Olive Oil.
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· 6 Lbs Fresh Grouper Cut In Steaks (Feel Free To Use Another Favorite White Fish Like Conger Or Codfish).
• 1 Large Cooking Onion Sliced Thin.
• 5 Cloves Garlic Sliced Thin.
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• 1 Tbsp Kosher Salt 1/2 Tbsp If Using Fine Salt
• 1 Tsp Cumin.
• 1/2 Tsp Ground Cinnamon.
• 2 Medium Tomatoes Sliced Into Thin Wheels.
• 1 Large Bell Pepper Sliced Into Thin Wheels.
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· 2 Bay Leaves.
• 8 Sprigs Of Fresh Flat Leaf (Italian) Parsley With Most Of The Stem Cut Off.
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•2 Bags Of Earthbound Farms Organic Spring Mix
Directions
In a measuring cup with a spout, whisk together the wine, tomato paste and 1 tsp paprika, until well combined.
Pour the olive oil into the bottom of a large dutch oven or heavy pot.
Spread half of the sliced onions and garlic evenly over the oil and bottom of the pot.
Place half of the fish steaks over the onions and garlic, in one layer.
Sprinkle 1/3 of the salt, cumin and cinnamon evenly over the fish.
Place the tomato and pepper sliced wheels evenly over the fish.
Spread the remaining half of the sliced onions and garlic evenly over the tomato and pepper slices.
Place the remaining half of the fish steaks over the onions and garlic, in one layer.
Sprinkle 1/3 of the salt, cumin and cinnamon evenly over the fish.
Place the remaining tomato and pepper sliced wheels evenly over the fish.
Sprinkle the remaining salt, cumin and cinnamon over the tomatoes and peppers.
Add the two bay leaves.
Pour the wine mixture over the ingredients in the pot.
Place the pot on the stove and turn the heat up to medium high.
Once the liquid starts to bubble, cover the pot with the lid and reduce the heat to low.
Let simmer for about 30 minutes or until the fish starts to flake.
Turn off the heat, uncover the pot, and add the sprigs of fresh parsley over the cooked ingredients.
Serve hot with steamed/boiled potatoes, rice or a green salad… and a good cup of red wine.
Recipe Note
The wine mixture may not
seem like it’s enough. Trust me, it is. The liquid increases as the fish cooks,
adding to the wonderful sauce.
Nutrition
Calories 447, Fat 19 grams, Saturated Fat 3 grams, Cholesterol 86.7 milligrams, Sodium 305.6 milligrams, Carbs 30.2 grams, Fiber 5.5 grams, Sugar 6.7 grams, Protein 41.6 grams
