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Colombian Coastal Coconut Fish Cazuela

Name: Colombian Coastal Coconut Fish Cazuela
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Colombian
Ingredients: 1.5 lb cod fillets, cut into 2-inch chunks; 1.5 cups unsweetened coconut milk, canned, stirred well; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 5 stalks scallions, finely chopped; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 medium red bell pepper, diced; 1 tsp ground achiote; 0.5 tsp ground cumin; 2 tbsp fresh lime juice

A delicate Pacific coast inspired stew featuring mild cod fillets gently simmered in coconut milk, red peppers, achiote, and fresh lime.

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 25 min
Total: 40 min

Technique to learn

Gentle Coconut Poaching

Simmering delicate white fish covered in seasoned coconut broth cooks the protein evenly without breaking down its flaky structure.

Instructions

Step 1: Season cod chunks lightly with salt and half of the fresh lime juice. Set aside at room temperature while preparing sauce base.
Step 2: Heat vegetable oil in a large shallow skillet over medium heat.

Step 3: Add chopped scallions, diced red bell pepper, minced garlic, ground achiote, and ground cumin to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes until vegetables soften and turn vibrant red-gold.

Step 4: Pour unsweetened coconut milk into the skillet, stirring well to combine with the fragrant spiced vegetable mixture. Bring coconut liquid to a gentle simmer.

Step 5: Carefully place seasoned cod chunks into the simmering coconut sauce in a single layer.

Step 6: Reduce heat to medium-low, cover skillet, and gently simmer for 8 to 10 minutes until cod is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 7: Remove from heat, drizzle remaining fresh lime juice over top, and serve warm.

Cooking tips

Do not let coconut milk boil vigorously after adding fish, as high heat can break the coconut emulsion and overcook delicate cod.
Handle cod chunks gently when stirring so the fillets stay intact throughout cooking.
Original home-cooking adaptation inspired by Colombian; regional versions vary.
Use halal-certified meat, poultry, stock, sauces, cheese and other processed ingredients. Check labels and avoid cross-contamination. Recipe screening is not halal certification.

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