Moqueca (Brazilian Fish Stew)

For the Marinade

• 2 limes, juiced or ¼ c lime juice
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp ground black pepper
• 1 ½ lbs firm white fish (halibut or cod), cut into 2” pieces

For Serving

• 2 cups white rice, dry
• ½ tsp salt

For the Stew

• 2 tsp olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
• 2 large tomatoes or 1 14oz can of diced tomatoes, undrained, diced
• 4 scallions chopped
• ¼ c fresh cilantro, chopped (plus extra for garnishing)
• 1 tsp paprika
• 2 cups fish stock or clam juice, vegetable broth, or equal amounts of both
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 c light coconut milk