JAMAICAN ESCOVITCH - FISH SERVED W/SPICY MARINADE AND VEGETABLES

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Escovitch is the Jamaican version of the Spanish Escabéche (searing of meat or fish and adding to a vinegar salad, served cold or at room temperature). The fish is cooked and then a spicy marinade is added. I've used red snapper but you could use any other firm fish such as rainbow trout.

Provided by Deantini

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 red snapper fillets (or 2 whole red snapper)
1/4 cup vegetable oil
coarse salt and freshly cracked black pepper
2 leeks, sliced (white and light green only)
2 carrots, julienned
4 sprigs thyme, fresh
1 scotch bonnet pepper, minced
1 pinch ground allspice
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 lime, cut in wedges

Steps:

  • Rinse the snapper and pat dry with paper towels. With a sharp paring knife, score the fish 3 times on skin side. Season the fish with salt and pepper.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a large non-stick sauté pan on medium-high heat. Sear fish (in batches if necessary), skin side up until fish is browned. Turn and sear for 1 minute on skin side. Place on a platter.
  • Add remaining 2 tablespoons of oil to pan. Sauté leeks, carrots, thyme, scotch bonnet and allspice until leeks are soft, about 5 minutes.
  • Add vinegar to pan and cook until evaporated. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Pour vegetables over fish.
  • Serve with lime wedges to squeeze over.

Jaziba Gul Kumbhar
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This recipe is a great way to introduce Jamaican cuisine to your friends and family. It's sure to impress.


Md Pîyäs Åhmëd
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I've tried many Escovitch Fish recipes, but this one is by far the best. The marinade is spot-on and the fish is cooked to perfection.


Bernard Otoo
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The flavors are amazing!


Chetan Raju
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my Escovitch Fish turned out bland. I'll have to try it again.


4 B
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I highly recommend it.


M Mehrban M Baloch
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The spicy marinade and the sweet vegetables complement each other perfectly.


Ethan Rice
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Balam Kumar
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I'm not a big fan of fish, but this recipe changed my mind. The marinade is so flavorful and the fish is cooked to perfection.


Annemarie Carswell
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Escovitch Fish - a must-try! The flavors are incredible.


umeri raja
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Great recipe! I added some extra veggies and it turned out perfect.


Jason Jameson
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I followed the recipe exactly and the fish came out dry. I think I should have cooked it for less time.


NOOR RAI
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. The marinade was delicious and the fish was cooked perfectly.


Prakit Sah
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The Escovitch Fish turned out amazing! The marinade was flavorful and the vegetables were cooked just right. It's a great recipe for a special occasion.


Khan Usama
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I tried this recipe last night and it was a hit! My family loved the zesty flavors and the fish was cooked to perfection. Will definitely make it again.


Ansaf Ansaf
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This Jamaican Escovitch Fish is a delightful explosion of flavors! The spicy marinade and the vibrant vegetables create a perfect harmony of tastes. I highly recommend it!