Name: Stew Fish Full Home Cb
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Caribbean
Ingredients: 300 g snapper fillets, skinless; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1/2 cup onion, diced; 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 cup fresh tomatoes, diced; 1 tsp dried thyme; 1/2 tsp ground allspice; 1 small Scotch bonnet pepper, seeded and minced; 1/2 cup light coconut milk; 1 cup fish stock (low sodium); 1 tbsp lime juice; 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped; 1 cup cauliflower rice

Step-by-Step Instructions

1
Pat fish dry and set aside; dice onion, bell pepper, and tomatoes; mince garlic and pepper.
2
Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat; add onion and bell pepper, sauté 3‑4 minutes until softened.
3
Stir in garlic, Scotch bonnet (if using), thyme, and allspice; cook 1 minute until fragrant.
4
Add diced tomatoes and cook 2 minutes, then pour in fish stock and coconut milk; bring to a gentle simmer.
5
Place fish fillets into the broth, cover, and simmer 8‑10 minutes until fish is opaque and flakes easily.
6
Remove fish, flake into large pieces, return to pot; stir in lime juice and cilantro; adjust seasoning with salt or pepper if needed.
7
Serve stew over cauliflower rice or on its own, garnished with extra cilantro.

*Pro Tips

1
Use firm white fish like snapper or grouper for best texture.
2
Control coconut milk amount to keep saturated fat moderate.
3
Remove seeds from Scotch bonnet to reduce heat without adding extra carbs.
4
Cauliflower rice adds fiber and keeps the glycemic load low.

Why It's Diabetic-Friendly

High protein, low carbohydrate dish; fiber from vegetables and cauliflower rice helps control blood sugar; healthy fats from olive oil and coconut milk improve satiety without spiking glucose.

⚠️ This recipe is AI-generated and screened for general diabetic suitability. It is not medical advice and has not been individually reviewed by a clinician. Ingredient choices and portion sizes affect blood glucose differently for each person — confirm with your doctor or registered dietitian before relying on it, especially if you take insulin or other glucose-lowering medication.

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