Pan-Seared Mexican Fish September 23, 2024

A quick and easy Mexican-inspired fish recipe that uses a few fresh ingredients and a well-stocked pantry. You can have it on the table in 30 minutes! Check out the original recipe here.

Ingredients

• 700g firm white fish
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground chipotle powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ cup tiny tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
• 1 tablespoon oil – refined coconut, pure olive oil, canola oil
• ½ medium onion sliced thin
• 3 cloves garlic minced
• 1 cup beer
• 1 jalapeno – minced
• ¼ cup fresh citrus juice
• ½ teaspoon sea salt
• fresh ground pepper

Instructions

1. Prepare the fish by combining the ground cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder and sea salt. Spread out on a plate. Press the fish fillets into the spice rub to generously coat each piece on both sides.
2. Now in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat, add a drizzle of oil or butter. Place fish portions in the hot pan. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, then turn carefully with a flat spatula. Cook another 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.
3. Add the tiny tomatoes to the skillet over medium-high heat. Cook until you see a good amount of brown blistering or even bursting. Add the onion, and garlic. Sauté and additional 2-3 minutes until onions soften.
4. Next add the beer or broth to the skillet. Bring to a boil, and reduce by about half.
5. Add the jalapeño and citrus juice. Season with sea salt and fresh ground pepper. Simmer an additional 5 minutes.
6. Finally add the cooked fish back into the skillet. Spoon sauce over the top. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and/or scallions as desired. Enjoy!

 

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