Moqueca de Peixe (Brazilian Fish Stew)

Method

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1. 1Toss the fish with the lime juice, garlic and 1 tsp salt and marinate in the fridge for 20-30 minutes. Don't leave it longer, or the lime will start to 'cook' the fish.
2. 2Drizzle 1 tbsp oil over the bottom of a wide pot or clay pot with a lid. Layer in half the onion rings, half the peppers and half the tomatoes.
3. 3Arrange the fish on top with its marinade and scatter over half the cilantro and scallions. Layer the remaining onion, peppers and tomatoes on top.
4. 4Mix the coconut milk with the remaining oil and salt and pour it over. Don't stir, so the layers stay intact.
5. 5Cover, bring to a boil over medium heat, then lower the heat and simmer for 15-18 minutes. It's done when the vegetables are soft and the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
6. 6Gently swirl the pot to distribute the sauce and check the salt. Scatter with the remaining herbs and the chili flakes, if using.
7. 7Bring the pot to the table and serve with white rice and farofa.