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A cast iron skillet with 4 pan seared Mexican fish portions.

Pan-Seared Mexican Fish Recipe

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Tamara Andersen
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!
5 from 9 votes

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Course Main Dishes
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 servings
Calories 224 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 24 ounces firm white fish - like cod, barramundi, tilapia
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground chipotle powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1 tablespoon oil - refined coconut, pure olive oil, canola oil
  • ½ cup tiny tomatoes
  • ½ medium onion - sliced thin
  • 3 cloves garlic - minced
  • 1 cup beer - see Ingredients in post
  • 1 jalapeno - minced
  • ¼ cup fresh citrus juice - see Ingredients in post
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • fresh ground pepper

Instructions

  • Prepare the fish - Combine 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.
  • Start the fish - To 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.
  • Finish the fish - Gently lift the edge of the fillets to check for doneness. The fish should be white on at least the side against the heat. Turn carefully with a flat spatula. Cook another 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  • Sauté the tomatoes and aromatics - 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.
  • De-glaze - Add the beer or broth to the skillet. Bring to a boil, and reduce by about half.
  • Finish the pan sauce - Add the jalapeño and citrus juice. Season with sea salt and fresh ground pepper. Simmer an additional 5 minutes.
  • Serve the Pan-Seared Mexican Fish - Add the cooked fish back into the skillet. Spoon sauce over the top. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and/or scallions as desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 224kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 5g

NOTE: Macronutrients are an approximation only using unbranded ingredients and MyFitnessPal.com. Please do your own research with the products you’re using if you have a serious health issue or are following a specific diet.

Did you make this recipe? Please leave a comment and/or star rating! Email us with any questions: tamara@beyondmeresustenance.com