Honduran-Style Stewed Fish

Fish is a versatile ingredient with countless preparation methods, and one of them is stewing, which stands out for its great nutritional virtue. In this recipe, it is combined with a vegetable stew that enhances its flavor in a unique way.

Originating from the Honduran Caribbean coast, this dish has become an iconic recipe that blends the freshness of fish with a mixture of vegetables and local spices.

Honduran-Style Stewed Fish

Main Course
1 hour
8 Servings

Ingredients

2 ½ kilograms of Fish, with skin around and boneless

1 Large green chili

3 tablespoons of Olive oil

1 Medium onion

2 Tomatoes

3 Garlic cloves

1 cup of Tomato purée

1 Red chili

1 teaspoon of Dry thyme

1 teaspoon of Dried oregano

1 pinch of Salt

1 tablespoon of Vinegar

1 pinch of Pepper

Preparation

Step 1 : The fish is washed and completely drained.

Step 2 : Then, add salt, cover, and let it rest in the refrigerator.

Step 3 : The green chili is taken directly to the fire with tongs, careful not to burn it.

Step 4 : It is flame-grilled on all sides, and once everything is blackened, it is removed from the fire.

Step 5 : The chili is washed under running water, the skin is removed, and it is cut into julienne strips.

Step 6 : The garlic cloves are finely chopped, and the tomato, onion, and red chili are sliced thinly.

Step 7 : In a hot skillet over medium heat with olive oil, add the onion and cook for 4 minutes until golden.

Step 8 : Once the onion is golden, add the chilis, tomato, garlic, vinegar, and tomato purée.

Step 9 : Sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 10 : Add pepper to taste and place the fish in the skillet.

Step 11 : Cover with the sauce and cook over medium-low heat for 10 minutes.

Step 12 : After some time, flip the fish and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 13 : Remove and cook for an additional 15 minutes.

Step 14 : Remove from heat and serve immediately with rice.

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