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
Instructions
(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.
(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 says
This looks fantastic! I love cilantro and fish. Can’t wait to try it.
Erica says
Thank you Carole!
Sapuche says
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 says
Hi Sapuche,
Those are papas criollas or Andean potatoes.
for more info look the ingredients sources link.
Thank you!
Sophie says
MMMMMM…está delicioso !!!! Muy rico!!!yum!
OysterCulture says
What a great idea substituting the basil for the cilantro.
Sophie says
I made this fish for lunch today and my family loved it. It was delicious and easy to make. Thanks!
Katherine says
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 says
Is there a substitue for the pine nuts?
Erica says
Renee- You can omit the pine nuts or use other kind of nuts!
Renee says
Thanks!
Another question, where can I find Criolla potatoes?
Erica says
Renee- I buy them frozen at the Latin market!
Wendy says
What other nuts would you suggest.
. Thanks
Sujey says
Pescado con pesto