For a spicier dish, leave some seeds in the jalapeño. Be sure to taste the sauce before adding additional salt, as the capers and olives are naturally salty. Serve with Mexican rice or quinoa for a complete and balanced meal.
Sea Bass Veracruz
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PREP TIME30 mins
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COOK TIME15 mins
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TOTAL TIME45 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS12
Experience the vibrant flavors of Mexico with this Sea Bass Veracruz. Flaky sea bass simmers in a zesty tomato and olive sauce, creating a light and unforgettable dish.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate21 g
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Cholesterol70 mg
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Fiber3 g
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Protein34 g
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Saturated Fat2 g
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Sodium604 mg
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Sugar6 g
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Fat13 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPreheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02
StepIn a medium bowl, gently combine the diced tomatoes, olives, cilantro, jalapeño, lime juice, and capers. Set aside. Place the flour in a shallow dish.
03
StepLay the sea bass fillets on a clean work surface. Pat dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Lightly dredge one side of each fillet in the flour, shaking off any excess.
04
StepHeat the olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Carefully place the fillets in the hot oil, floured-side down. Cook undisturbed until golden brown and crispy, about 3 minutes. Transfer the seared fillets to a clean plate.
05
StepPour the chicken broth into the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Add half of the tomato mixture, sliced onion, minced garlic, bay leaves, and dried thyme to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions soften slightly, about 3 minutes.
06
StepNestle the sea bass fillets into the skillet, arranging them evenly among the vegetables and sauce. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork, about 5-7 minutes.
07
StepRemove the skillet from the oven. Discard the bay leaves. Stir in the remaining tomato mixture, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve the sea bass fillets immediately, spooning the flavorful tomato sauce over the top.
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Dariana Prosacco
Jun 30, 2025I loved how easy this recipe was to follow. The flavors were perfectly balanced, and it was a huge hit with my family.
Juwan Kautzer
Jun 26, 2025This recipe is fantastic! The sea bass was so moist and the Veracruz sauce was bursting with flavor. I will definitely make this again!
Sharon Larson
Jun 21, 2025The fresh lime juice really makes this dish sing!
Arianna Medhurst
Jun 20, 2025I added a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra heat. Delicious!
Thaddeus Sipes
Jun 19, 2025This is restaurant-quality food made at home!
Cleo Rempel
Jun 13, 2025Next time, I'll try adding a splash of white wine to the sauce.
Beverly Jaskolski
Jun 9, 2025I didn't have sea bass, so I used cod instead, and it worked great!