Fish Vera Cruz

Name: Fish Vera Cruz
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb. fresh fish (haddock or snapper); 2 limes; salt and pepper; 4 Tbsp. olive oil; 2 medium onions, sliced; 1 to 2 cloves garlic; 2 c. tomato puree; 1/2 c. water; 6 stuffed green olives, sliced; 1/2 c. capers; 2 pickled jalapeno chilli peppers, chopped fine

Eats Now Editorial Team · 238 kcal · Seafood

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Fish Vera Cruz – a delicious recipe with fresh fish, limes, salt, olive oil, onions, garlic. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Seafood

Servings: persons

2 lb. fresh fish (haddock or snapper)
2 limes
salt and pepper
4 Tbsp. olive oil
2 medium onions, sliced
1 to 2 cloves garlic
2 c. tomato puree
1/2 c. water
6 stuffed green olives, sliced
1/2 c. capers
2 pickled jalapeno chilli peppers, chopped fine

1
Marinate fish in lime juice.
2
Salt and pepper to taste.
3
Turn a couple of times.
4
Remove, pat dry.
5
Brown in olive oil.
6
Remove from pan.
7
Add to pan, onions and garlic; fry until brown.
8
Add tomato puree, water, olives, capers and chilli peppers and cook covered for 10 minutes.
9
Add fish and spoon sauce over it.
10
Cook 7 to 10 minutes longer.

238

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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Frequently Asked Questions

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lb. fresh fish (haddock or snapper), 2 limes, salt and pepper, 4 Tbsp. olive oil, and more.

Yes, Fish Vera Cruz falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
238 kcal
Category
Seafood

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