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Pescado Zarandeado

Pescado Zarandeado is a classic grilled fish dish from Nayarit, Mexico. A whole butterflied fish is marinated in a savory and slightly spicy sauce, then grilled over an open flame until tender and flaky. It's often served with warm tortillas and fresh salsa.

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Durată totală
55 min.
Porții
4
Dificultate
Medie

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Pescado Zarandeado

Pregătirea ingredientelor

Ingrediente

Ingrediente

  • 1 buc.whole fish, butterflied, scales removed

marinade

  • 15 gachiote paste
  • 120 mlorange juice
  • 60 mlsoy sauce
  • 4 cățelgarlic, minced
  • 30 mllime juice
  • 15 mlwhite vinegar
  • 1 lingurițăsalt
  • 0,5 lingurițăblack pepper
  • 2 lingurăvegetable oil

garnish

  • 0,5 buc.red onion, sliced
  • 0,5 buc.cucumber, sliced
  • 1 buc.tomato, sliced
  • 1 buc.lime, cut into wedges
  • 0,25 canăfresh cilantro, chopped

Ustensile

large baking sheet · fish grilling basket (optional) · serving platter · grill · medium bowl · whisk · basting brush

Mod de preparare

Pas cu pas

  1. 1

    Rinse the butterflied whole fish thoroughly under cold water and pat it completely dry with paper towels.

    Aproximativ 2 min.

    Nota bucătarului: Ensuring the fish is dry helps the marinade adhere better.

  2. 2

    In a medium bowl, combine the achiote paste, orange juice, soy sauce, minced garlic, lime juice, white vinegar, salt, black pepper, and vegetable oil to create the marinade.

    Aproximativ 3 min.

    Nota bucătarului: Whisk well to ensure the achiote paste fully dissolves and distributes evenly.

  3. 3

    Place the fish on a large baking sheet or tray and generously brush the marinade all over both sides of the fish, ensuring it gets into all crevices.

    Aproximativ 5 min.

    Nota bucătarului: You can make shallow cuts into the thickest parts of the fish to help the marinade penetrate deeper.

  4. 4

    Let the fish marinate at room temperature for at least 20 minutes, or refrigerate for up to 1 hour.

    Aproximativ 20 min.

    Nota bucătarului: If refrigerating, bring it back to room temperature for 15 minutes before grilling for more even cooking.

  5. 5

    Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (around 200°C / 400°F). Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.

    Aproximativ 10 min.

    Nota bucătarului: A fish grilling basket can be very helpful for flipping the whole fish without it breaking.

  6. 6

    Carefully place the marinated fish onto the hot grill, skin-side down first if possible, or in a grilling basket.

  7. 7

    Grill for 10-12 minutes per side, depending on the thickness of the fish, until the flesh is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.

    Aproximativ 25 min.

    Nota bucătarului: Avoid overcooking, as this can make the fish dry.

  8. 8

    Once cooked, carefully transfer the Pescado Zarandeado to a large serving platter.

    Aproximativ 1 min.

  9. 9

    Garnish with sliced red onion, cucumber, tomato, lime wedges, and chopped fresh cilantro.

    Aproximativ 2 min.

  10. 10

    Serve immediately with warm tortillas and your favorite salsa.

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Păstrare

Store any leftover Pescado Zarandeado in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Reîncălzire

Gently reheat in the oven at a low temperature (150°C / 300°F) until just warmed through, or flake and enjoy cold in tacos.