Pirão de Peixe

Pirão de Peixe is a traditional Brazilian dish that combines fish and manioc flour to create a creamy, flavorful porridge. It is typically served with fresh herbs and can be enjoyed as a hearty dinner option that's both satisfying and healthy.

Ingredients

• White fish fillets (e.g., tilapia or cod) - 200 grams
• Fish stock - 500 ml
• Manioc flour (farinha de mandioca) - 100 grams
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Lime - 1, juiced

Steps

1. In a medium pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent.
2. Add the diced tomato to the pot and cook for another 2-3 minutes until softened.
3. Pour in the fish stock and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
4. Once boiling, add the fish fillets and reduce the heat to low. Cook for about 10 minutes until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily.
5. Remove the fish from the pot and set aside. Use a fork to break the fish into bite-sized pieces.
6. Slowly whisk in the manioc flour to the fish stock, stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Continue to cook for about 5 minutes until the mixture thickens to a porridge-like consistency.
7. Return the broken fish to the pot, and season with salt, black pepper, and lime juice. Stir well to combine.
8. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 60 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from the fish, promoting muscle health.
• Contains omega-3 fatty acids, beneficial for heart health.
• Rich in fiber from manioc flour, aiding digestion.

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