Jamaican Fish Stew

Jamaican Fish Stew

Jamaican Fish Stew

This Jamaican fish stew is just delicious and very easy to make. This coconut milk soup is great on a cold day. If you don’t want to use tilapia, you can use snapper, mackerel, or even salmon. 
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Jamaican
Keyword: fish, Jamaican, main course
Servings: 4
Author: Alex Gorgos

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs tilapia fillets
  • 2 tbsp vegetable or canola oil
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tsp creole seasoning
  • 1/2 medium onion diced
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 tomato diced
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 2 cups coconut milk
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp white pepper
  • 3 whole habaneros

Instructions

  • Cut the tilapia into chunks. Set aside.
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  • In a large skillet over medium heat, add cooking oil. Sauté onions, garlic, bay leaf, thyme, and habaneros for 1 minute.
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  • Add in the smoked paprika, tomato, and white pepper. Cook for a couple of minutes.
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  • Stir in the coconut milk. Simmer for 10 minutes.
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  • Add in the tilapia and creole seasoning. Simmer for another 10 minutes or until desired consistency.
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  • While you’re waiting for the stew to finish, go and chief down a fatty quick. Serve over rice.
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