Low Carb Spicy Fish Stew

Dive into a comforting bowl of Low Carb Spicy Fish Stew, a wholesome, flavor-packed dish perfect for clean eating enthusiasts. This vibrant recipe combines tender white fish fillets with nutrient-rich vegetables like zucchini, bell peppers, and baby spinach, all simmered in a creamy coconut milk and tomato broth. Infused with bold spices such as paprika, cumin, and coriander, and complemented by the gentle heat of jalapeño, this stew offers a satisfying kick while remaining light and keto-friendly. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s the perfect one-pot meal for weeknights, made even more enticing with a refreshing squeeze of lime and a garnish of fresh cilantro. Keep your meals healthy, delicious, and exciting with this easy, low-carb seafood recipe that’s sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 1 medium, diced bell pepper
• 1 medium, diced zucchini
• 1 14.5-ounce can crushed tomatoes
• 3 cups fish stock or vegetable broth
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1 pound, cut into bite-sized pieces white fish fillets (cod, tilapia, or haddock)
• 1 small, minced (seeds removed for less heat) jalapeño pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 cups baby spinach
• 0.25 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 large, cut into wedges lime

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, diced bell pepper, zucchini, and jalapeño. Cook for another 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

Step 4

Add the paprika, cumin, coriander, sea salt, and black pepper. Stir well to coat the vegetables with the spices.

Step 5

Pour in the crushed tomatoes, fish stock or vegetable broth, and coconut milk. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then lower the heat and let it cook for 10 minutes to develop the flavors.

Step 7

Add the fish pieces to the pot, making sure they are submerged in the liquid. Simmer for 7-10 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 8

Stir in the baby spinach and let it wilt for 2 minutes.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 10

Remove from heat and sprinkle the stew with fresh cilantro.

Step 11

Serve hot with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2497.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1197.5

Total Fat 39.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 286.8mg	0%
Sodium 5800.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 95.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.6g	0%
Total Sugars 54.7g
Protein 124.3g	0%

Vitamin D 907.2IU	0%
Calcium 463.1mg	0%
Iron 11.8mg	0%
Potassium 3794.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.8%

Protein: 40.3%

Carbs: 30.9%