🍋💃 Zesty Yucatan Lime Fish: A Tropical Flounder Delight! 🌴🐟

🍋 Yucatan Lime Fish Recipe 🐟

Overview:

Name: Yucatan Lime Fish
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Description: This delightful dish was inspired by a newspaper article on Mexican travel, reminiscent of a meal enjoyed in the beautiful Cozumel. It’s a simple yet distinct way to prepare flounder and similar fish, offering a taste of tropical goodness. 🌴🍹

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 152.3
• Fat: 1.6g
• Saturated Fat: 0.4g
• Cholesterol: 54.4mg
• Sodium: 95.5mg
• Carbohydrates: 16.1g
• Fiber: 3.9g
• Sugar: 2.3g
• Protein: 22.7g

Recipe Details:

Instructions:

1. Prepare Ingredients:

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   • Thinly slice the garlic cloves.
   • Chop the cilantro if using.
   • Cut the limes in half and juice them, aiming for about 3/8 cup of lime juice.
   • Slice the jalapeño.

2. Cook Garlic:

   • In a skillet, sauté the thinly sliced garlic in oil until it turns crisp and brown. Set it aside for later use.

3. Cook Fish:

   • Heat a large, heavy pan on high heat.
   • Add oil to the pan until it’s hot.
   • Place the fish fillets and sliced jalapeño into the hot pan.
   • Sauté the fish until it gets crispy on one side. Avoid disturbing the fish while it cooks.

4. Poach in Lime Juice:

   • At this point, the fish doesn’t need to be completely cooked.
   • Lower the heat to medium/low.
   • Pour the lime juice (about 3/8 cup) into the pan.
   • Let the fish ‘poach’ in the lime juice until it’s done and tender.

5. Finish the Dish:

   • Once the fish is cooked through, remove it from the pan and place it on a serving plate.
   • If using, sprinkle the chopped cilantro over the fish.
   • Allow the lime juice in the pan to slightly thicken and meld with the oil and fish juices.
   • Pour this flavorful mixture over the fish fillets.
   • Finally, top the dish with the previously prepared toasted garlic for an extra burst of flavor.

6. Serve and Enjoy:

   • Serve your Yucatan Lime Fish hot and fresh, perhaps with a side of rice or a crisp salad. 🥗🍴

Recipe Notes:

• Fish Choice: You can use flounder or any similar white fish for this recipe.
• Spice Level: Adjust the amount of jalapeño according to your spice preference.
• Cilantro: Some love it, some don’t. Feel free to skip if cilantro isn’t your thing.
• Garnish: A sprinkle of fresh lime zest on top can add a lovely citrusy aroma.
• Serving Suggestion: Pair this dish with a refreshing fruit salsa or a side of warm tortillas.

This Yucatan Lime Fish recipe offers a zesty, tropical twist to your dinner table. It’s quick, easy, and bursting with flavors that transport you to the sunny beaches of Mexico. Perfect for a healthy, summer meal in under 30 minutes! 🍋🐟✨