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Jerk Fish

Crispy Jerk Fish: A Quick Taste of Caribbean Paradise

This Jerk Fish recipe offers a quick and flavorful journey to the Caribbean, delivering crispy perfection and tender fish for a delightful dining experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Resting Time 2 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Caribbean
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Spice Blend
  • 1 tbsp Garlic Powder Add more onion powder if necessary.
  • 1 tbsp Onion Powder Can be increased in place of garlic powder.
  • 2 tsp Cooking Salt/Kosher Salt Reduce amount if using finer table salt.
  • 1 tbsp Dried Thyme Oregano can be a substitute.
  • 1 tbsp Brown Sugar Use caster sugar as an alternative.
  • 1 tsp Cayenne Pepper Adjust based on spice tolerance.
  • 1 tbsp Smoked Paprika Regular paprika is suitable alternative.
  • 1 tsp Allspice Powder Can be replaced with mixed spice.
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon Powder Use extra nutmeg as a last resort.
  • 1 tsp Nutmeg Powder Can be substituted with more cinnamon.
For the Fish
  • 4 fillets Thin Snapper Fillets Skinless and boneless, up to 1.5 cm thick.
  • 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil For pan-frying.
Optional Protein Variations
  • 4 fillets Chicken Fillets Thin slices can be used.
  • 12 oz Shrimp Quick-cooking alternative.
  • 2 cups Vegetable Slices Thick slices of eggplant or mushrooms.

Equipment

  • non-stick pan
  • Medium bowl
  • Spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Jerk Fish
  1. Prepare Jerk Spice Blend by combining all spice blend ingredients in a medium bowl.
  2. Coat the fish by patting fillets dry and press them into the spice blend.
  3. Cook the fish in a preheated non-stick pan with olive oil for 2 minutes.
  4. Flip the fish and cook for an additional minute until fully cooked.
  5. Rest the fish on a wire rack for about 2 minutes.
  6. Serve immediately alongside your favorite sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 24gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Enjoy the vibrant flavors of jerk fish fresh, as this dish is best served immediately.

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