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Amaranth Crusted Fish with Sautéed Vegetables

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  • Prep 30 min
  • Total 45 min
  • Ingredients 12
  • Servings 2
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Morena Cuadra Fish is one of those ingredients that's healthy-eater friendly. If you cook it in the oven or steam it, it's very practical in helping maintain your figure. If you wish, you can fry this fish, but I suggest you cook it in the oven because, honestly, it's delicious. You can also steam it.
Qué Rica Vida Cocina
Updated Feb 6, 2014
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Ingredients

  • 2 white fish fillets (approximately 8 oz each)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/3 cup amaranth, cooked
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup onions, cut into thick julienne strips
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 cup red and yellow peppers, cut into thick julienne strips
  • 1 1/2 cups broccoli, cooked
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
  • 2 parsley sprigs for garnish (optional)

Directions

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    1
    Preheat the oven to 350°F.
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    2
    Season the fish with salt, pepper and lemon juice. Cover with a thin layer of cooked amaranth, pressing down firmly so it doesn't come off, and place the fillets on a baking dish
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    3
    Bake for 10 minutes. Be careful, don't let your fillets overcook.
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    4
    In the meantime, heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic, and sauté for 2 minutes. Incorporate the peppers and, after 2 minutes, add the broccoli. Season with soy sauce, salt and pepper. Add 1 tablespoon of chopped parsley.
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    5
    Serve the vegetables on two plates. On the side, place the fish fillets in their juice. If you wish, garnish with a parsley sprig and serve immediately.

Expert Tips

  • tip 1
    To cook the amaranth, place 1/3 cup of the cereal in a small pot with 1 cup of water. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Lower the heat and stir occasionally, for about 20 minutes until tender.
  • tip 2
    You can add the leftover amaranth to your breakfast cereal, or combine it with yogurt and fruit for a super energizing breakfast.
  • tip 3
    If you don't have broccoli, you can substitute with lightly-cooked cauliflower.
  • tip 4
    Don't like peppers? No worries. Just don't use them. You can add another vegetable of your choice, like peas or asparagus.
  • tip 5
    Any fish will work for this recipe: sea bass, sole, salmon, trout. Go with your favorite.

Nutrition Information

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More About This Recipe

  • Morena Cuadra Fish is one of those ingredients that's healthy-eater friendly. If you cook it in the oven or steam it, it's very practical in helping maintain your figure. If you wish, you can fry this fish, but I suggest you cook it in the oven because, honestly, it's delicious. You can also steam it.
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