In this video, join Chef Roscoe in the kitchen as he prepares Bahia-style shrimp in coconut sauce, a flavorful and fragrant Brazilian dish inspired by the coastal cuisine of Bahia. Using fresh shrimp, creamy coconut milk, peppers, garlic, and bright herbs, this recipe brings bold, tropical flavors.
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00:00Moqueca is a bahia-style shrimp and coconut sauce.
00:03It's a flavorful tropical dish
00:05with shrimp marinated in garlic, lime, and salt,
00:08but it's the red palm oil, smoky, rich, and fire orange,
00:11that gives this dish its signature groove.
00:14The base features a mix of onions, bell peppers,
00:16and scallions, all cooked down for rich flavor.
00:19Tomatoes are added for a burst of sweetness,
00:21while coconut milk and tomato sauce
00:23create a creamy, savory sauce.
00:25A scotch bonnet chili adds heat,
00:26and the shrimp are simmered until tender
00:28and perfectly cooked.
00:29The dish is served with white rice and lime wedges,
00:32garnished with cilantro.
00:33It's the perfect balance of spicy, savory, and creamy.
00:36Mm, let's go!
00:38That is great.
00:39Give it up for the chef.