Grilled Fish Sauce

This American-style dish features red snapper marinated in a vibrant achiote paste made with annatto seeds, garlic, and spices. The fish is grilled until seared and served with a fresh, spicy citrus-habanero sauce. It offers a satisfying balance of heat and acidity, perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings.

Cooking Method: Baking, Grilling, Steaming

Cuisine: American

Courses: Sauces & Condiments

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 4

Calories: 350

Description

This American-style dish features red snapper marinated in a vibrant achiote paste made with annatto seeds, garlic, and spices. The fish is grilled until seared and served with a fresh, spicy citrus-habanero sauce. It offers a satisfying balance of heat and acidity, perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings.

Directions

1
Prepare the Achiote Paste: Combine annatto seeds, garlic, oregano, peppercorns, cumin, coriander, allspice, and vinegar (or juice mixture) in a blender or food processor.
2
Process with an on/off motion until thoroughly pureed.
3
Add more orange juice or vinegar as needed to achieve a smooth paste consistency.
4
Spread the Achiote Paste on both sides of the fish fillets, covering them well.
5
Place the fish in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours to marinate.
6
Prepare the Citrus-Habanero Sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine orange juice, lime juice, water, onion, habanero, cilantro, and salt to taste.
7
Grill the fish over hot coals, skin-side down, until seared, about 2 minutes per side.
8
Serve immediately with the Citrus-Habanero Sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15g24%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Cholesterol 90mg30%
Sodium 450mg19%
Total Carbohydrate 10g4%
Dietary Fiber 2g8%
Sugars 5g
Protein 45g90%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: red snapper, achiote, annatto, grilled fish, habanero, citrus sauce, marinade, american, gluten free, seafood, spicy, main course

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