
Brazilian Moqueca de Siri
Coastal Crab Stew
A traditional crab stew from the coastal regions of Brazil, simmered with colorful bell peppers and laced with coconut milk for a rich, flavorful broth.
- 1 h 30 min
- 4
- Intermediate
Ingredients
Crab Stock
Moqueca
Garnish
Preparation
Marinating the Crab Meat
Combine Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine crab meat with lime juice, salt, and pepper.
Marinate
Gently mix and let marinate for 20 minutes to infuse flavor.
Preparing the Stock
Combine Stock Ingredients
In a large pot, combine crab shells, water, onion, and garlic.
Simmer
Bring to a boil, then reduce to simmer for 30 minutes.
Strain Stock
Strain and reserve the liquid for the stew.
Be sure to strain the stock well to remove any shell debris. Pro Tip: The longer the stock simmers, the deeper the flavor becomes.
Cooking Process
Sautéing
Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Sauté onion and bell peppers until soft, about 5 minutes.
Simmering
Add tomatoes, strained crab stock, and coconut milk to the pan. Stir in dendê oil.
Final Step
Stir in marinated crab meat into the simmering broth. Cook for an additional 10 minutes.
Plating & Serving

Brazilian Moqueca de Siri
Brazilian Moqueca de Siri
Plating & Serving
Ladle the Moqueca de Siri into bowls, ensuring each serving has a generous portion of crab meat and vegetables.
