Caribbean Lime-Thyme Seared Fish

Caribbean · Barbados

Caribbean Lime-Thyme Seared Fish

Flaky white fish fillets quickly pan-seared with fragrant allspice, thyme, garlic, and fresh lime.

12 min Easy Serves 2$4.25 estimated
Dairy-free
Gluten-free
Halal
High-protein
Low-carb

Contains: Fish

Ingredients

  • White Fish Fillet (Cod/Tilapia)

    400 g

    $3.40

  • Olive oil

    2 tbsp

    $0.20

  • Garlic

    2 cloves

    $0.08

  • Thyme

    1 tsp

    $0.14

  • Ground Allspice (Pimento)

    1/2 tsp

    $0.03

  • Lime

    1

    $0.40

  • Salt

    1/2 tsp

    $0.00

  • Black pepper

    1/4 tsp

    $0.01

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Preparation

  1. 1

    Pat fish fillets thoroughly dry and season both sides with allspice, thyme, salt, and black pepper.

  2. 2

    Heat olive oil in a wide non-stick pan over medium-high heat.

  3. 3

    Add minced garlic, then immediately place fish fillets into the fragrant hot oil.

  4. 4

    Cook undisturbed for 3 to 4 minutes until a golden crust develops on the bottom.

  5. 5

    Carefully flip and sear the other side for 2 to 3 minutes until cooked through.

  6. 6

    Squeeze fresh lime juice straight over the sizzling fillets and serve hot.

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