Fish and SeafoodMexican RichardObradovic Jul 10, 2025 111
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Description
Pescado Empapelado is a coastal Mexican classic β white fish fillets marinated in lime, garlic, and chili, then steamed in parchment like a fragrant gift from the sea. Itβs light, flavorful, and deeply traditional π«π₯
Ingredients
π 2 white fish fillets (e.g., tilapia or snapper), 300β―g total (10.5β―oz)
π Juice of 1 lime
π§ 2 garlic cloves, minced
πΆοΈ 1 fresh chili (guajillo or jalapeΓ±o), thinly sliced
π§ 1 small tomato, thinly sliced
π§ 1 small onion, thinly sliced
πΏ 1 tbsp chopped cilantro (15β―g / 0.5β―oz)
π§ Salt and black pepper to taste
π« 2 sheets parchment paper (or foil)
Preparation
1οΈβ£ Preheat oven to 190Β°C (375Β°F).
2οΈβ£ In a bowl, marinate fish with lime juice, garlic, chili, salt, and pepper for 15 minutes.
3οΈβ£ Place each fillet on a parchment sheet. Top with tomato, onion, and cilantro.
4οΈβ£ Fold the paper tightly into a packet.
5οΈβ£ Bake for 20 minutes. Open carefully β hot steam will escape!
6οΈβ£ Serve directly in paper for a rustic and flavorful meal π½οΈ
Add sliced bell peppers or zucchini for a veggie-rich version πΆοΈπ₯
Status
Wrapped in tradition and flavor β this steamed fish brings the ocean to your table ππ«π²π½ #PescadoEmpapelado #MexicanSeafood #TraditionalFishDish #GrannyZenKitchen #SteamBakedFish #CoastalMexicanFood
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