Peixe ao Molho de Maracujá

Peixe ao Molho de Maracujá is a delightful Brazilian seafood dish featuring tender fish fillets complemented by a tangy passion fruit sauce. This low-carb recipe is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, making it a perfect healthy meal.

Ingredients

• White fish fillets (tilapia or cod) - 300 grams
• Fresh passion fruit pulp - 100 grams
• Coconut milk - 100 ml
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Shallot - 1 small, finely chopped
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped shallot, sautéing until fragrant and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
2. Add the fish fillets to the pan, seasoning with salt and black pepper. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Remove the fish from the pan and set aside.
3. In the same pan, add the passion fruit pulp and coconut milk, stirring well to combine. Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.
4. Stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro, adjusting seasoning if necessary. Return the fish to the pan, spooning the sauce over the fillets to coat them well.
5. Serve the fish hot, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 29 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in omega-3 fatty acids from fish, promoting heart health.
• Rich in vitamins and antioxidants from passion fruit and cilantro, supporting immune function.

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