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Brazilian Coconut Crab Stew (Casquinha de Siri)

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A creamy and flavorful Brazilian coastal dish, Casquinha de Siri features tender crab meat simmered in coconut milk with sweet peppers, lime, and herbs—perfect with steamed rice.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb fresh or canned crab meat (lump or claw)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 1/2 yellow bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 1 medium tomato, diced
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk
  • 1/4 cup tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes
  • Juice and zest of 1 lime
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
  • Steamed white rice (for serving)
  • Lime wedges (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. In a medium skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until fragrant and translucent, about 3 minutes.
  2. Stir in chopped bell peppers and diced tomato. Cook for 4–5 minutes, until softened.
  3. Add smoked paprika, cayenne (if using), salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
  4. Gently fold in the crab meat and cook for 2–3 minutes, allowing it to absorb the flavors.
  5. Pour in the coconut milk and tomato sauce. Stir and let it simmer on low heat for 6–8 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Add lime juice and zest, and stir in fresh herbs.
  7. Serve hot with a mound of steamed white rice, garnished with lime wedges and extra herbs.

Notes

  • Use fresh crab meat for best flavor, but high-quality canned crab also works well.
  • Adjust cayenne to taste for more or less heat.
  • Serve in scallop shells or ramekins for a traditional presentation.

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Keywords: casquinha de siri, Brazilian crab stew, coconut crab, seafood stew, gluten-free seafood

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