| Prep: 30 mins | Cook: 45 mins | Difficulty: Medium | Serves: 6 |
| kcal | fat | saturates | carbs |
| 233 | 8.8g | 1.3g | 9.6g |
| sugars | fibre | protein | salt |
| 5g | 2.8g | 26.2g | 0.8g |
Why I Love Mexican Fish in Spicy Guajillo Chipotle Sauce
Discovery of a Mexican Delight: Fish in Spicy Guajillo Chipotle Sauce
As someone with a mixed culinary heritage, I have this innate love for exploring and experimenting with flavors from around the world. One morning in Seattle, when the fish market was bustling with the freshest Ocean catches, I stumbled upon an idea. Could I create a dish which perfectly fuses my passion for seafood with flavours that echo from lands afar? That’s when I conceived “Fish in Spicy Guajillo Chipotle Sauce”, a recipe which combines white fish fillets with a range of scintillating Mexican spices and a flavorful sauce. The motif of this whole dish? It’s that tongue-tingling combination of Guajillo chilies and Chipotle peppers.
Where East meets Mexico
“Fish in Spicy Guajillo Chipotle Sauce” is a celebration. Think of it as where the delicate Pacific Northwest seafood meets the vibrant flavours of Mexico – a feast fitting for those who are seeking culinary adventure. With each bite, you taste the delicate, flaky fish, marinated well and simmered in a Guajillo and Chipotle infused Fish Stock. You’ll note a hint of charred tomatoes, garlic and onions adding a layer of rustic depth to the sauce.
Influences for this recipe came from various places, many stemming from my own curiosity and passion for culinary exploration. One figure that motivated me to experiment more with Mexican flavours was none other than Mexico’s icon, Rick Bayless. His passion for authentic Mexican cuisine is contagious! Though there might not always be an influential chef mentioned, I’ll always be grateful for the inspiration I drew from Chef Bayless in creating this sumptuous Fish in Spicy Guajillo Chipotle Sauce.
A Versatile Culinary Delight
This flavor-packed ‘Fish in Spicy Guajillo Chipotle Sauce’ can be served as a stand-alone star or can easily pair with other dishes. It’s a showstopper served alongside Mexican staples like refried beans and warm tortillas or it can even transform your humble steaming rice into a vibrant and hearty meal. The beauty of this dish is its versatility – its spicy, smoky sauce complementing a variety of other dishes, from salads to pastas, with its tantalizing zest.
In the end, every dish is a story and with ‘Fish in Spicy Guajillo Chipotle Sauce’, it’s all about embracing the art of fusion. It’s about paying homage to Seattle’s bounty of fresh seafood while appreciating the piquant brilliance of traditional Mexican spices. The result? A dish that’s refreshingly novel, impressively exotic and yet, comfortingly familiar.
What You’ll Need
- 2 lb White Fish Fillets
- 6 Guajillo Chilies, dried
- 2 Chipotle Peppers, dried
- 4 Tomatoes, medium-sized
- 4 Garlic Cloves
- 1 Onion, large
- 2 cups Fish Stock
- 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 2 Bay Leaves
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 2 teaspoons Mexican Oregano
- 1 bunch Cilantro, fresh
- 2 Limes, juiced
Method
Step One
Begin by placing your dried Guajillo Chilies and Chipotle Peppers in a bowl. Pour hot water over the top, soaking them until they become soft and pliable.
Step Two
While your chilies are soaking, chop your Onions, Garlic and Tomatoes.
Step Three
Once your chilies have softened, drain the water and remove the seeds and stems.
Next, add the chilies, chopped onions, garlic, tomatoes and 1 cup of Fish Stock into a blender. Blend everything together until a smooth sauce forms.
Step Four
Heat 3 tablespoons of Olive Oil in a large pan.
Pour the sauce from the blender into the pan. Add your Mexican Oregano, Bay Leaves, Salt and Black Pepper. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes, stirring every now and then.
Step Five
Add the White Fish Fillets into the pan with the sauce. Ensure the fillets are coated well in the sauce.
Step Six
Pour the remaining Fish Stock into the pan, cover it and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the fish is fully cooked.
Step Seven
Once the fish is cooked, remove the pan from the heat. Squeeze fresh Lime juice over the top and garnish with fresh Cilantro before serving.
