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Brazilian Moqueca de Banana with Cashew Milk

Name: Brazilian Moqueca de Banana with Cashew Milk
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Raw cashews, 1 cup, soaked overnight; Water, 3 cups; Olive oil, 2 tablespoons; Large onion, 1, thinly sliced; Red bell pepper, 1 large, sliced; Green bell pepper, 1 large, sliced; Garlic, 4 cloves, minced; Ground coriander, 1 teaspoon; Paprika, 1 teaspoon; Cayenne pepper, 1/2 teaspoon; Bananas, 3 ripe but firm, sliced into rounds; Diced tomatoes, 14 oz can; Salt and pepper, To taste; Lime juice, Juice of 1 lime; Fresh cilantro, Chopped, for garnish; Cooked white rice; Lime wedges

This vegan version of the classic Brazilian dish uses bananas and a rich cashew milk to create a creamy, tropical stew filled with bold flavors and hearty textures.

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·By Ethan Brooks·October 22, 2025

Brazilian Moqueca de Banana with Cashew Milk — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Cashew Milk

For the Moqueca

For Serving

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 539 kcal
Protein: 10.25 g
Carbs: 81.75 g
Fat: 22.5 g
Fiber: 7.75 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 2157 kcal
Protein: 41 g
Carbs: 327 g
Fat: 90 g
Fiber: 31 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Raw cashews 1 cup, soaked overnight	720	18	40	60	4
Water 3 cups	0	0	0	0	0
Olive oil 2 tablespoons	240	0	0	28	0
Large onion 1, thinly sliced	45	1	11	0	2
Red bell pepper 1 large, sliced	40	1	9	0	3
Green bell pepper 1 large, sliced	40	1	9	0	3
Garlic 4 cloves, minced	18	1	4	0	0
Ground coriander 1 teaspoon	7	0	1	0	1
Paprika 1 teaspoon	6	0	1	0	1
Cayenne pepper 1/2 teaspoon	3	0	1	0	0
Bananas 3 ripe but firm, sliced into rounds	315	4	81	1	9
Diced tomatoes 14 oz can	70	3	17	0	4
Salt and pepper To taste	0	0	0	0	0
Lime juice Juice of 1 lime	12	0	4	0	0
Fresh cilantro Chopped, for garnish	1	0	0	0	0
Cooked white rice	640	12	140	1	4
Lime wedges	0	0	0	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Making the Cashew Milk

1
Drain cashews
Drain the soaked cashews and rinse them.
2
Blend cashews with water
Place cashews in a blender with 3 cups of water.
3
Strain milk
Blend until very smooth, then strain through a cheesecloth if desired for a creamier texture.

Prepping the Vegetables

1
Slice ingredients
Slice the onion, peppers, and bananas.
2
Mince garlic
Mince the garlic.
3
Organize prep
Set all prepped ingredients aside.
Tip: Be careful not to overcook the bananas to prevent them from becoming mushy. Pro Tip: Add a touch of cayenne for heat but adjust to your preference.

How to Make Brazilian Moqueca de Banana with Cashew Milk

Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Sautéing
Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat and sauté onions until translucent.
2
Adding Vegetables
Add garlic, bell peppers, coriander, paprika, and cayenne. Cook for about 5 minutes.
3
Simmering
Add diced tomatoes and prepared cashew milk. Bring to a simmer, then gently stir in the banana slices. Simmer for another 10-15 minutes.