Sunday, May 22, 2016

Portuguese Fish Steamed in Tomato Sauce

A couple weeks ago we attended an event in Downtown New Bedford, Viva Portugal.  We went to a cooking demonstration and learned how to cook a Portuguese Fish dish from Maria Lawton.



We went home that day and decided to try it for ourselves.  It was amazing and so easy! Here is what you will need:

SAUCE
2 Tablespoons of Olive Oil
1 Large can of Diced Tomatoes
1 Small can of Diced Tomatoes with garlic
1 Sweet Onion, Chopped
3 Tablespoons Garlic, Minced
3 Tablespoons Hot Crushed Red Pepper

FISH
1-2 lbs Cod Fish
1 Cup Beer (I used Coors Light) (You could also use white wine or water)
Paprika
1 Bunch Parsley, Chopped

In a pan, heat the olive oil.  Add in the tomato's, chopped onion, garlic and crushed red pepper. Heat on high for about 5-10 minutes and then simmer for 30 minutes but you can let simmer longer if needed.

Now that the sauce has been prepared we can start the fish.  Add the beer to the sauce and heat covered until steaming.  Divide the fish into 4 sections and salt.  Add to the pan and sprinkle with paprika to taste.


Cover and let the fish cook for about 20 minutes or until done.  Top with the fresh parsley and serve with rice, potato or pasta.  Enjoy!