Brown Stew Fish
Simple, spicy, and swimming in flavour, this Caribbean brown stew fish recipe is a one-pot wonder that’ll reel you in with every bite!
Ingredients
Method
2) Saute the onion, pepper, thyme, water and olive oil in a large saute pan, for about 2 minutes. Add the fish and meat sauce and the fried fish.
3) Simmer for 5 minutes, then add the tomato and simmer for another 1 minute. Season with salt and pepper, to taste, and place on a serving platter.
This recipe was provided by professional chefs and has been scaled down from a bulk recipe provided by a restaurant. The Food Network chefs have not tested this recipe, in the proportions indicated, and therefore we cannot make any representation as to the results.
This brown stew fish recipe is the ultimate island-inspired catch.
This hearty Jamaican brown stew fish transforms fresh whole red snapper into a sun-soaked sensation, and the best part is, it’s practical to make at home!
The fish is first seasoned, then fried in rapeseed oil until golden, and gently simmered with sweet onions, fiery scotch bonnet or habanero, and fragrant thyme for a stew that’s big on bold, tropical taste. A splash of fish and meat sauce, a glug of olive oil, and juicy tomatoes create a rich, savoury base that soaks right into the tender fish as it cooks. Add a little water to let the flavours mingle and bubble away, and you’ll have a sensational stew fish recipe that’s as vibrant as the Caribbean itself. It’s perfect for serving over fluffy rice or with a side of fried plantain for a true island feast.
Whether you’re looking to spice up your weeknight dinners or craving a taste of the tropics, this Trinidad stew fish recipe is sure to become a new favourite. For a fun twist, try adding peppers or a squeeze of lime for extra zing, or swap in your favourite white fish for a new spin on this classic.
As Caribbean culinary creativity goes, this brown stew fish recipe is off the scale - but if you’re hungry for more island flavours, why not try the iconic barbecued jerk chicken with mango coriander salsa, a stunning nutmeg buttered tuna with crushed yams and creamy callaloo sauce, or a traditional salt fish and green bananas.
