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Brazilian Shrimp Stew (Moqueca de Camaroes)

Brazilian Shrimp Stew (Moqueca de Camaroes)

A delicious, easy to make Brazilian Shrimp Stew (Moqueca de Camaroes) that is Keto, Paleo, and Whole30 compliant.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Course main
Cuisine Brazilian
Servings 6 servings
Calories 294 kcal

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs raw shrimp, peeled & deveined
  • 0.25 cup olive oil
  • 0.25 cup onion, diced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 0.25 cup roasted red pepper, diced
  • 1 14 oz can diced tomatoes w/ chili's
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons Sriracha hot sauce sambal oelek if you're whole 30
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan.
  • Saute onions for several minutes until translucent, then add the garlic and roasted peppers and cook for several minutes more.
  • Add the tomatoes, shrimp, and cilantro to the pan and simmer gently until the shrimp turns opaque – about 3 minutes.
  • Pour in the coconut milk and Sriracha sauce (or Sambal Oelek), and cook just until heated through – do not boil.
  • Add lime juice and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Notes

If you can’t eat shrimp, you can substitute any mild white fish, or even chicken, for the protein in this recipe and it will taste just as amazing!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 294kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 24gFat: 19g
Keyword Keto, Moqueca de Camaroes, Paleo, shrimp, stew, Whole30
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