Jamaican Escoveitch Red Snapper

Jamaican Escoveitch Red Snapper is a delicious and vibrant dish that is a staple in Jamaican cuisine. The dish features a whole red snapper marinated in a tangy and spicy escoveitch sauce, then pan-fried to perfection. The result is a flavorful and aromatic fish dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight dinner.

Dietary Restrictions Dairy Free Gluten Free Main Course Jamaican Jamaican Cuisine Red Snapper Escoveitch Sauce Seafood
Jamaican Escoveitch Red Snapper

Ingredients

  • 1 whole red snapper, cleaned and scaled
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup vegetable oil, for frying
  • 1 cup thinly sliced onions
  • 1 cup thinly sliced bell peppers (red, yellow, and green)
  • 1 cup thinly sliced carrots
  • 1 Scotch bonnet pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup white vinegar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Season the red snapper with salt and black pepper, then coat it in flour.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Fry the red snapper until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the onions, bell peppers, carrots, and Scotch bonnet pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened.
  4. In a small saucepan, combine the white vinegar, water, sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil, then pour the hot liquid over the cooked vegetables in the skillet.
  5. Place the fried red snapper in a serving dish, then pour the escoveitch sauce and vegetables over the fish.
  6. Let the dish marinate for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
40 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
280
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
10g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Large skillet Small saucepan Serving dish

Tools

Tongs Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve the Jamaican Escoveitch Red Snapper with a side of rice and peas for a complete and satisfying meal.

Tips & tricks

For a milder flavor, remove the seeds and membranes from the Scotch bonnet pepper before adding it to the dish.

Cost

$20