Fish Blaff
A delicate Caribbean fish dish where fish fillets are marinated in lime juice, herbs, and spices, then gently poached in a flavorful broth.
🧂 Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs Firm white fish fillets(such as snapper, cod, or mahi-mahi)
- 4 large Limes(juiced (about 1/2 cup))
- 1 medium Onion(thinly sliced)
- 3 stalks Scallions(sliced)
- 4 cloves Garlic(chopped)
- 0.5 bundle Fresh parsley(chopped)
- 2 small Hot peppers(thinly sliced (e.g., Scotch bonnet or habanero, adjust to taste))
- 1 cup Water
- 3 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 Bay leaves
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine lime juice, sliced onion, scallions, chopped garlic, chopped parsley, sliced hot peppers, water, olive oil, and bay leaves. Season with salt and pepper.
💡 Tip: You can add a splash of white wine for extra flavor if desired. - 2
Add the fish fillets to the marinade, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours, or preferably overnight.
- 3
Pour the marinade and fish into a saucepan or pot. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
💡 Tip: Ensure the pot is large enough to hold the fish without overcrowding. - 4
Gently place the marinated fish fillets into the simmering liquid. Cover the pot and poach for about 10-15 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- 5
Carefully remove the fish from the poaching liquid and serve immediately. Spoon some of the flavorful broth over the fish.
💡 Tip: Serve with rice, boiled plantains, or ground provisions.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓The longer the fish marinates, the more flavorful it will be.
- ✓Be careful not to overcook the fish, as it can become dry.
- ✓Adjust the amount of hot peppers to control the heat level.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add other seafood like shrimp or conch along with the fish.
- Include other vegetables like diced tomatoes or bell peppers in the poaching liquid.