A deep, terracotta bowl filled with seafood stew, topped with vibrant green herbs and colorful citrus salsa. The translucent pink prawns, black mussels, and succulent white fish pieces peek out from the rich, deep-red tomato and bean stew. The whole dish exudes a warm, appetizing glow.

Marine Feijoada with Citrus Salsa

Name: Marine Feijoada with Citrus Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Mediterranean Fusion
Ingredients: mixed seafood (prawns, mussels, fish), 0.66 lbs cut fish into chunks; can black beans, 1 can (14 oz) drained and rinsed; tomatoes, 2 chopped; red bell pepper, 1 deseeded and diced; medium onion, 1 finely chopped; garlic cloves, 2 minced; lemon, 1 zest and juice; oranges, 2 segmented; fresh parsley, 1 bunch chopped; fresh coriander, 1 bunch chopped; smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon None; olive oil, 1 tablespoon None; sea salt, a pinch None; black pepper, to taste None

Category Main Course

Prep 15 minutes

Cook 20 minutes

Style Mediterranean Fusion

Technique Stewing

Diet Friendly Mediterranean

Daily Recipe: December 12, 2023

Based on the Brazilian classic Feijoada but with a Mediterranean twist, our show-stopping 'Marine Feijoada' is prepared with assorted seafood and hearty legumes. Accompanied by vibrant citrusy salsa, warm spices, olive oil and whole grains, this dish captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine while incorporating Brazilian inspiration.

Ingredients (for 2)

Mixed seafood (prawns, mussels, fish) - 0.66 lbs - cut fish into chunks
Can black beans - 1 can (14 oz) - drained and rinsed
Tomatoes - 2 - chopped
Red bell pepper - 1 - deseeded and diced
Medium onion - 1 - finely chopped
Garlic cloves - 2 - minced
Lemon - 1 - zest and juice
Oranges - 2 - segmented
Fresh parsley - 1 bunch - chopped
Fresh coriander - 1 bunch - chopped
Smoked paprika - 1 teaspoon
Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
Sea salt - a pinch
Black pepper - to taste

Preparation

Step 1 - 🍲🧅🌶️

Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add in the finely chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced bell pepper, cooking until they become soft and tender.
Step 2 - 🍅🌶️🐟

To the sautéed mixture, add in the chopped tomatoes, smoked paprika, and drained/rinsed black beans. Add in the mixed seafood, cooking for 5 more minutes or until the prawns turn a vibrant pink color.
Step 3 - 🥗🍊🍋

While the seafood cooks, prepare the refreshing citrus salsa. In a separate bowl, combine the segmented oranges, lemon zest, chopped parsley, & coriander. Add in the freshly squeezed lemon juice, an extra drizzle of olive oil, a pinch of sea salt, & black pepper, tossing gently.
Step 4 - 👅🍲✨

Once the seafood has been thoroughly cooked, taste the stew, adjusting the seasoning to your liking (you may want to add more salt or pepper at this point).
Step 5 - 🥘🍴😋

Serve the finished Marine Feijoada while it's hot, topping each serving off with generous spoonfuls of the citrus salsa for added tang and flavor.

Additional

Fun fact: Feijoada is historically a Brazilian dish made with black beans and pork. This pescatarian-friendly version is a great option for seafood lovers. Additionally, kids can help with preparing the citrus salsa and it's a great way to introduce them to a new cuisine.