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Moqueca baiana
Toss prawns with lime and salt 10 minutes. Layer onion, pepper, tomato and garlic in a wide pot with a little dendê.
Questions about this dish
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How long does Moqueca baiana take?
45 min all in — 20 min prep, 25 min cook. Cook and rest follow the method. Leftover storage and optional extra waits are not included.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 4 people. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Easy.
How spicy is it?
Mild.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Shellfish. Labels are informational — check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Pescatarian, Dairy-free, Gluten-free.
What does it cost to cook?
A bit special — about $16–28 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Dutch oven.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at 1 tsp.
What can I use instead?
Dendê → A little paprika in oil. Colour without the palm perfume. Different moqueca.
What should I watch for?
A hard boil splits coconut and toughens prawns.
Any tips from this recipe?
No dendê? The pot becomes a coconut stew. Say so. Firm white fish works; add it in larger pieces and do not stir much.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.