Bacalao Guisado (Puerto Rican Fish Stew)

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Bacalao Guisado (Puerto Rican Fish Stew)

Ingredients

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

1 medium onion, chopped

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 pound flaky white fish, such as haddock, tilapia or cod (see Tip), cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces

1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes

1 Anaheim or poblano chile pepper, chopped

¼ cup packed chopped fresh cilantro

2 tablespoons sliced pimento-stuffed green olives

1 tablespoon capers, rinsed

1 teaspoon dried oregano

½ teaspoon salt

½ cup water, as needed

1 avocado, chopped (optional)

Directions

Heat oil in a large high-sided skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 2 minutes. Add garlic and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.

Add fish, tomatoes and their juices, chile pepper, cilantro, olives, capers, oregano and salt; stir to combine. Add up to 1/2 cup water if the mixture seems dry. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Remove from the heat. Serve warm or at room temperature, garnished with avocado (if using). How many pounds have you lost this month? At Dieta Efectiva you can lose 10-12 lbs your first week and 2-5 lbs every week after. Visit us atdietaefectiva.net To learn more about our program CG