Whitefish in Adobo Sauce Recipe
Overview
This Whitefish in Adobo Sauce recipe is a delightful blend of spicy tomato-orange sauce that enhances the natural flavors of tender whitefish fillets. With a total cooking time of just over an hour, including prep and baking, this dish is perfect for a healthy and savory meal paired with Mexican Saffron Rojo Rice and a crisp salad.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Servings: 2
- Calories: 324.1 per serving
- Rating: ★★★★☆
Ingredients
- 2 whitefish fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 clove (optional)
- Juice of 1 orange
Instructions
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Prepare the Fish:
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Lightly brown the whitefish fillets on both sides. Remove from heat and transfer the fillets to a baking dish.
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Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Season the Fish:
- Season the fish fillets with a sprinkle of salt.
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Prepare the Adobo Sauce:
- In the same skillet used for the fish, add tomato sauce, orange juice, chopped onion, minced garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, dried oregano, ground cumin, ground cinnamon, and optionally, a clove. Stir well to combine.
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Simmer the Sauce:
- Simmer the sauce mixture over medium heat for about 20 minutes, or until it slightly thickens.
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Bake the Fish:
- Pour the prepared adobo sauce over the fish fillets in the baking dish. Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
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Serve:
- Once baked, serve the whitefish in adobo sauce hot, garnished with lettuce, orange slices, and radishes for a fresh and vibrant presentation.
Serving Suggestions
This Whitefish in Adobo Sauce pairs beautifully with Mexican Saffron Rojo Rice and a refreshing salad. Enjoy the tangy, savory flavors that make this dish a perfect choice for a wholesome and flavorful dinner.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
- Calories: 324.1
- Fat: 15.4g
- Saturated Fat: 2.2g
- Cholesterol: 61.6mg
- Sodium: 1832.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 28.2g
- Fiber: 3.2g
- Sugar: 17.8g
- Protein: 20g
Keywords
Oranges, Citrus, Fruit, Vegetable, Mexican, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Savory, Oven, Less than 4 Hours
Enjoy preparing this Whitefish in Adobo Sauce recipe for a flavorful and nutritious meal that’s sure to impress!