Pescado a la plancha is a popular dish in Colombia and is my mom’s favorite way to eat fish. The cilantro Pesto can be used with many kinds of fish. I love it with tilapia, salmon, cod, trout, sea bass and sword fish. Just pick your favorite and enjoy it!
INGREDIENTS
(4 SERVINGS)
FISH
4 Tilapia fillets
5 tablespoons lime juice
Salt
Fresh ground pepper
1 teaspoon olive oil
PESTO
3 cups fresh cilantro
1/3 cup toasted pine nuts
1 garlic clove
1/3 cup parmesan cheese
1 cup olive oil
DIRECTIONS (PESTO)
Add the cilantro, pine nuts, garlic to a food processor. Puree, add the cheese and process. With the food processor running add the olive oil. Process until combined.
DIRECTIONS (FISH)
1. Place the fillets in a dish and pour the lime juice over the fish, cover and refrigerate. Let the fish marinate for 30 minutes. Add salt and pepper
2. In a large skillet, heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil over medium heat and sauté the fish approximately 4 minutes on each side. Serve immediately with cilantro pesto on top.
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~Carole
on Apr 4th, 2009
@ 1:11 PM:
This looks fantastic! I love cilantro and fish. Can’t wait to try it.
Erica
on Apr 5th, 2009
@ 10:44 AM:
Thank you Carole!
Sapuche
on Apr 12th, 2009
@ 1:35 AM:
That fish with pesto looks light and delicious! Are those fried potatoes on the upper portion of the plate? That would be great for a meal after a long day at the beach.
Erica
on Apr 12th, 2009
@ 8:19 AM:
Hi Sapuche,
Those are papas criollas or Andean potatoes.
for more info look the ingredients sources link.
Thank you!
Sophie
on Apr 28th, 2009
@ 10:05 AM:
MMMMMM…está delicioso !!!! Muy rico!!!yum!
OysterCulture
on Jun 16th, 2009
@ 8:00 AM:
What a great idea substituting the basil for the cilantro.
Sophie
on Mar 13th, 2010
@ 2:50 PM:
I made this fish for lunch today and my family loved it. It was delicious and easy to make. Thanks!
Katherine
on Mar 14th, 2010
@ 12:02 PM:
Those are actually fried sweet plantains on the upper portion of the plate.
But I do agree that this dish does look yummy. Trying it out tonight!
Renee
on May 20th, 2010
@ 3:16 PM:
Is there a substitue for the pine nuts?
Erica
on May 20th, 2010
@ 3:18 PM:
Renee- You can omit the pine nuts or use other kind of nuts!
Renee
on May 20th, 2010
@ 3:34 PM:
Thanks!
Another question, where can I find Criolla potatoes?
Erica
on May 20th, 2010
@ 4:01 PM:
Renee- I buy them frozen at the Latin market!