Mexico and the Caribbean
offer fine combinations of broiled and grilled fish marinated
in tangy citrus combinations. Colorful red bell peppers and onions
add flavor and contrast to this savory favorite. Note: This fish
is marinated 1 hour in the refrigerator before cooking.
Fantastico
Fish in Citrus Salsa
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 cup grapefruit or orange juice
1 1/2 pounds fish fillets (white fish)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tomatoes, seeded and diced
1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 grapefruit, peeled, sectioned, diced
1 orange, peeled, sectioned, diced
1/4 cup chopped and peeled red onion
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- To prepare fish: In a
shallow baking dish, combine minced garlic and juice. Add fish
fillets. Season with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper
(reserve remaining salt and pepper): marinate for 1 hour in the
refrigerator.
- Meanwhile lightly spray
broiler pan with vegetable cooking oil to prevent sticking; broil
marinated fish (turning once) for 10 to 12 minutes or until fish
flakes easily when probed with a fork.
- Citrus Salsa: Combine
tomatoes, red bell pepper, grapefruit, orange, red onion, sugar,
remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper in a mixing
bowl; mix well. Spoon citrus salsa over broiled fish. Serve immediately.
Makes 4 servings.
Tip: Fish can be grilled.