Coconut-Milk Moqueca with Tiger Prawns and Dende Oil

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-25 · Updated 2026-06-25

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A vibrant seafood stew from Bahia, blending coconut milk, dende oil, and fragrant shrimp for a tropical flavor explosion. This Brazilian-inspired seafood recipe (gluten-free), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs tiger prawns, coconut milk, dende oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Brazilian cuisine 380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb peeled and deveined tiger prawns
2 cups coconut milk
3 tbsp dende oil
1 large, sliced onions
2 cups chopped tomatoes
1 red, diced bell peppers
3 cloves, minced garlic
1, zested and juiced lime
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp dende oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 large sliced onion, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1/4 cup chopped cilantro. Sauté for 3 minutes until fragrant.
Step 2: Add 2 cups chopped tomatoes, 1 red diced bell pepper, and 1 lb peeled tiger prawns. Cook for 5 minutes until the prawns turn pink and the vegetables soften.
Step 3: Pour in 2 cups coconut milk and 1/2 cup water. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cook for 15 minutes until the sauce thickens and the prawns are tender.
Step 4: Stir in 1 tbsp lime zest and 2 tbsp lime juice. Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh cilantro and a slice of lime.