Deliciously Tasty Portuguese Fish Stew Recipe

1. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. 
2. Add the bay leaves and paprika and cook, stirring, 30 seconds. 
3. Add the onion, bell pepper, tomatoes, garlic and 2 tablespoons of the coriander; season with salt and pepper.
4.  Cover and cook until the vegetables are softened, about 10 minutes.
5. Add 1 cup water and reduce the heat to medium low. 
6. Season the fish with salt and pepper, then nestle the pieces among the vegetables in the pan. 
7. Cover and simmer until the fish is just cooked through, 5 to 7 minutes.
8. Divide the stew among bowls. 
9. Drizzle with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and sprinkle with the remaining 2 tablespoons coriander. Serve with the bread.

Photograph by Antonis Achilleos

Recipe & Photo Credit: Food Network Magazine