2poundswhole black sea bassskin removed, cut into small cubes
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1small onion, finely chopped
4 cloves garlic, sliced thin
1 red bell pepper, diced, small
1tablespoon capers, rinsed and drained
1 piquillo pepper or pimientos, diced, small, bottle is fine
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1bay leaf
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Sliced avocado and lime wedgesfor garnish
Instructions
Season fish with salt and pepper. In a large sauté pan, heat olive oil over medium heat; then add fish and sauté until opaque, 3–4 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon to a deep plate and keep warm.
In the same pan, sauté onion with garlic and bell pepper until translucent, 5 minutes. Add capers, piquillo pepper, vinegar, bay leaf, oregano, and cilantro; season with salt and mix well. Pour over cooked fish. Let cool to room temperature. Serve with avocado slices and lime wedges.
Recipe Notes
Nutrition Facts
Escabeche
Amount Per Serving
Calories 349Calories from Fat 207
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 23g35%
Saturated Fat 4g20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4g
Monounsaturated Fat 15g
Cholesterol 102mg34%
Sodium 151mg6%
Total Carbohydrates 4g1%
Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Protein 29g58%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.