How to Make Jamaican Escovitch Fish

Jamaican Escovitch Fish is a delectable dish that has been enjoyed by Jamaicans for centuries. This dish is made by frying a whole fish and then marinating it in a delicious blend of vinegar, onions, and spices. The result is a mouth-watering dish that is both flavorful and satisfying. Jamaican Escovitch Fish is a dish that is rich in flavor and history. It is a dish that has been enjoyed by Jamaicans for generations and continues to be a favorite today. If you are a fan of seafood, then this is a dish that you must try. Its unique blend of flavors will leave you wanting more.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Escovitch Sauce 10

Total Time 35

Course Appetizer, Main Course

Cuisine african, Caribbean, Jamaican

Servings

Calories 1078 kcal

Ingredients

Ingredients to Season Fish

4 Red Snapper
4 tbsp Complete Seasoning
4 tbsp Black Pepper
4 tbsp Onion Powder
4 tbsp Garlic Powder
4 tbsp Paprika

Ingredients for Escovitch Sauce

1 Onions chopped in rings
Bell Peppers 1/2 of each color red, yellow, green, orange
2 Carrots chopped small
Scotch Bonnet Peppers remove seed if necessary
1/2- 1 cup Vinegar
1/4 cup Sugar
15 Pimiento Berries
3 stems of Fresh Thyme
1/8 cup Orange Juice

Instructions

How to Make Escovitch Sauce Link
To Prepare The Fried Fish
Once you have your fish, you will need to clean and season it. Jamaicans usually season their fish with a few spices
After seasoning the fish, it is fried until it is crispy and golden brown. Orange Juice: Just a splash of orange juice adds some bold yet subtle acidity to the sauce, a total game changer, and a family secret.
Next, the fish is placed in a marinade made with vinegar, sweet pepper, onions, scotch bonnet, and more. The marinade is left to soak into the fish for a few hours or overnight. This allows the flavors to meld together and create a delicious taste.
When it is time to serve the Jamaican Escovitch Fish, it is usually garnished with slices of onions, peppers, and carrots. This adds a beautiful pop of color to the dish and enhances the flavors.
You can make escovitch fish in 45 minutes and serve immediately but for best results aka a life-changing bite, allow the fish to sit in the escovitch sauce overnight to soak up all the flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 4gCalories: 1078kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 189gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 333mgSodium: 1336mgPotassium: 4317mgFiber: 7gSugar: 17gVitamin A: 9582IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 390mgIron: 5mg

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