Tikinxic Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Tikinxic
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 15 pieces lime, juiced; 8 cloves garlic; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/6 package (3 5/7-ounce) package axiote (Annato); 4 pieces fish fillets, any bones removed; 1 banana leaf; 3 pieces sliced green peppers; 1 piece sliced red onion; 3 pieces sliced tomatoes; Grilled green beans, for service, optional; Cooked rice, for service, optional

Servings: persons

15 pieces lime, juiced
8 cloves garlic
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/6 package (3 5/7-ounce) package axiote (Annato)
4 pieces fish fillets, any bones removed
1 banana leaf
3 pieces sliced green peppers
1 piece sliced red onion
3 pieces sliced tomatoes
Grilled green beans, for service, optional
Cooked rice, for service, optional

1
Stir the lime juice with garlic, salt, pepper and axiote.
2
Set aside.
3
Marinate each fish fillet in axiote sauce for 5 minutes.
4
Open the banana leaf, cut it in 4 pieces and equally place some of the vegetables and fish.
5
Close it up as if it were a package and bake in a preheated 330 degree F oven for 4 minutes on each side.
6
Serve it with grilled green beans and rice, if desired
7
This recipe was provided by professional chefs and has been scaled down from a bulk recipe provided by a restaurant.
8
The Food Network Kitchens chefs have not tested this recipe, in the proportions indicated, and therefore, we cannot make any representation as to the results.

190

kcal

Calories

Carbs

Protein

Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 15 pieces lime, juiced, 8 cloves garlic, Salt and freshly ground black pepper, 1/6 package (3 5/7-ounce) package axiote (Annato), and more.

Yes, Tikinxic 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tikinxic

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