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Creamy Fish Stew

Creamy Fish Stew: A Cozy, Healthy Dinner in 20 Minutes

Creamy Fish Stew is a quick and healthy dish that transforms simple ingredients into a heartwarming meal in just 20 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 medium Onion Freshly diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes Canned for convenience
  • 1 can Coconut Milk Adds creaminess and richness
  • 1 tablespoon Tomato Paste Concentrates flavor
For the Vegetables
  • 1-2 pieces Peppers Any variety, optional
For the Protein
  • 1 pound Fish Cod or tilapia recommended
For Seasoning
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Essential for seasoning
  • to taste Red Pepper Flakes Optional for heat
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Fresh, can substitute with parsley
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt is a healthier option

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by dicing one medium onion and mincing three cloves of garlic. Next, chop one to two bell peppers into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a large skillet, heat two tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Once hot, add diced onion and minced garlic, sauté for three minutes until fragrant.
  3. Stir in one can of diced tomatoes, one can of coconut milk, one tablespoon of tomato paste, and half a cup of sour cream. Simmer for three minutes.
  4. Add the chopped peppers and one pound of diced fresh fish to the skillet. Season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Cook for two minutes.
  5. Cover and reduce the heat, letting it simmer for at least ten minutes until the fish is opaque and flaky.
  6. Remove from heat, sprinkle with chopped cilantro, and serve hot with crusty bread or over rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is gluten-free and customizable based on available ingredients. Prep vegetables ahead of time for quicker cooking.

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