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    My Colombian Recipes » Recipes » Main Dishes » Seafood » Encocado De Pescado Y Camarón (fish And Shrimp In Coconut Sauce)

    Encocado de Pescado y Camarón (Fish and Shrimp in Coconut Sauce)

    Jun 8, 2014 · Modified: Sep 6, 2022 by Erica Dinho · 12 Comments

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    Encocado de Camarón y Pescado is a traditional Colombian dish. Encocados are cocconut stews popular in Latin America. There are different variations of this dish.

    Encocado de Pescado y Camarón (Fish and Shrimp in Coconut Sauce)Pin

    Encocado is a traditional dish from the Pacific coast of Colombia. There are different versions of this dish throughout Latin America, every country adding its own types of seafood, spices and vegetables. In Colombia we make Encocado de Pescado (Fish in Coconut Sauce) Encocado de Camarones (Shrimp in Coconut Sauce) and this Encocado de Pescado y Camarón (Fish and Shrimp in Coconut Sauce).

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    Encocado de Pescado y Camarón (Fish and Shrimp in Coconut Sauce)

    Erica Dinho
    5 from 12 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 35 minutes mins
    Total Time 45 minutes mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine Colombian
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 477 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    • 1 white onion finely chopped
    • 4 garlic cloves chopped
    • Juice of 1 lime
    • 1 pound swordfish or any other firm fish cut in medium chunks
    • 1 tablespoon canola or vegetable oil
    • 2 small tomatoes peeled and chopped
    • 3 scallions finely chopped
    • 1 bell pepper diced
    • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
    • ½ teaspoon ground achiote
    • 14 oz can of coconut milk
    • ½ pound shrimp peeled and deveined
    • ¼ cup fresh cilantro finely chopped
    • Salt and pepper to taste

    Instructions
     

    • In a bowl, mix together half of the onion, half of the garlic and lime juice. Add the fish and toss to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and let it marinate in the fridge for 1 hour.
    • Heat the oil and add the rest of the onions, tomatoes, bell peppers, scallions and the rest of the garlic, cook for about 5 minutes over medium heat.
    • Add the coconut milk, cumin and achiote to the tomato mixture, stir and cook for about 8 minutes. Add the fish, cover the pan, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for about 10 to 15 minutes. Add the shrimp and cover partially and let simmer for about 10 minutes more or until the fish is soft and the shrimp is cooked. Season with salt and pepper. Add fresh cilantro and serve with rice on the side.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 477kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 37gFat: 33gSaturated Fat: 21gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 166mgSodium: 181mgPotassium: 1142mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1744IUVitamin C: 52mgCalcium: 92mgIron: 5mg
    Keyword bean stew, encocado, seafood
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    Encocado de Pescado y Camarón (Fish and Shrimp in Coconut Sauce)Pin

    There are even different variations of this stew in Colombia, depending on the cook and area of the country. Traditionally, this Encocado is made with fish, shrimp, vegetables and spices, cooked in a sauce made with fresh coconut milk, but if you have a busy life like me, just use canned coconut milk, it will be delicious either way. I used swordfish this time, but any firm fish like halibut, cod, tilapia or sea bass would work well.

    Encocado de Pescado y Camarón (Fish and Shrimp in Coconut Sauce)Pin

    This Encocado de Pescado y Camarón has a rich and flavorful coconut sauce, shrimp and pieces of flaky, buttery white fish. I’m a huge fan of dishes with a combination of seafood and coconut milk. It's the perfect marriage!

    Buen provecho!

    Encocado de Pescado y Camarón (Fish and Shrimp in Coconut Sauce)Pin
    Encocado de Pescado y Camarón (Fish and Shrimp in Coconut Sauce)Pin
    Encocado de Pescado y Camarón (Fish and Shrimp in Coconut Sauce)Pin
    Encocado de Pescado y Camarón (Fish and Shrimp in Coconut Sauce)Pin

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    About Erica Dinho

    My name is Erica and I was born and raised in Colombia and now live in the northeastern United States with my husband and family. This blog was inspired by my grandmother, Mamita, who was an amazing traditional Colombian cook.

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Velva

      June 08, 2014 at 3:39 pm

      5 stars
      This would make a beautiful Sunday Supper.

      Velva

      Reply
    2. Belinda @zomppa

      June 08, 2014 at 9:26 pm

      5 stars
      Even the colors are amazingly wonderful!

      Reply
    3. Angie@Angie's Recipes

      June 08, 2014 at 11:04 pm

      5 stars
      Seafood and coconut gravy...what a perfect pairing! This must have tasted scrumptious, Erica.
      Have a beautiful week ahead!
      Angie

      Reply
    4. ela@GrayApron

      June 09, 2014 at 1:46 am

      5 stars
      I love everything about this dish...but the shrimp swimming in that coconut sauce...men, that must be good.

      ela h.

      Reply
    5. Evelyne@cheapethniceatz.com

      June 09, 2014 at 12:18 pm

      5 stars
      This is so my kind of dish, love the coconut with fish and seafood. The color and dish are just gorgeous.

      Reply
    6. Erica Dinho

      June 11, 2014 at 8:42 pm

      5 stars
      Red

      Reply
    7. Anonymous

      June 12, 2014 at 2:20 pm

      5 stars
      Omggggg!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! IT SOUNDS SUPER DELICIOUS!!!! MY TASTES BUDS ARE TINGLING!!!

      Reply
    8. l crane

      June 12, 2014 at 4:38 pm

      5 stars
      I love your recipes and you are an excellent Colombian cook. It is usual for a Colombian to share her recipes . Thank you and God bless you and yours.
      Ligia

      Reply
    9. Hello

      June 14, 2014 at 7:12 am

      5 stars
      that looks so good, I really want to try it

      Reply
    10. Hello

      June 14, 2014 at 7:12 am

      5 stars
      that looks delicious, I really want to try this!!!

      Reply
    11. Rosita

      July 05, 2014 at 4:00 pm

      5 stars
      I made this recipe with fresh Florida Mahi-Mahi and it was delicious. Erica, I also make regularly your lentil recipe and frijoles paisas recipe. Both dishes are a favorite at our house! Thank you for sharing your recipes.

      Reply
    12. Jessica

      November 05, 2023 at 7:39 pm

      5 stars
      I’ve done a couple recipes from this site using this combination of flavors, all very good and easy. Elegant tasting yet also creamy comfort food. Everyone has loved them at our house.

      Reply

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