Name: Moqueca De Palmito Brazilian Hearts Of Palm Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Brazilian
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves of garlic, minced; 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced; 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced; 1 can (14 oz) hearts of palm, drained and sliced; 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained; 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; Salt and pepper to taste; Fresh cilantro leaves, chopped (for garnish); Cooked rice for serving

Instructions

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant and translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
Stir in the sliced red and yellow bell peppers, cooking until they begin to soften, approximately 4-5 minutes.
Add the sliced hearts of palm to the pot, stirring well to combine with the vegetables.
Pour in the diced tomatoes, coconut milk, and tomato paste, mixing everything together.
Season the stew with paprika, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Allow the flavors to meld together over low heat for around 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Once the stew has thickened slightly and the vegetables are tender, remove the pot from the heat.
Serve the Moqueca De Palmito warm over a bed of cooked rice, garnished with freshly chopped cilantro leaves for a burst of freshness.

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